Whoops! Right Knee Injury Threatens Paul Pogba Out Of Qatar 2022 World Cup

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JAKARTA – Paul Pogba is in danger of missing the 2022 World Cup in Qatar at the end of this year. This estimate came after he suffered a recent right knee injury.

The France international midfielder left Manchester United and joined Juventus this month. However, his second period of service with the Old Lady started off badly.

The 29-year-old player again suffered an injury to the lateral meniscus of his right knee during team training. This injury allowed him to end 2022 early.

"Following complaints of pain in his right knee, Paul Pogba underwent a radiological examination which revealed a lesion to the lateral meniscus," Juventus said in a statement, quoted by The Sporting News, Thursday.

This injury forced Pogba to be unable to strengthen the squad for the rest of Juventus' pre-season matches in the United States. He was sent back to Italy for further treatment.

"In the next few hours he will undergo a consultation with an orthopedic specialist. Therefore, to continue treatment, he will not be traveling to Dallas," Juventus continued.

Initially, Italian media La Gazzetta dello Sport reported that Pogba could be out for two months due to this injury. However, the latest information today suggests that Pogba may be out for longer than expected.

Juventus reportedly wanted the player to undergo surgery, but that kept him out for four months. This means he will automatically miss the World Cup which will take place from November 21 to December 18.

The Old Lady have yet to confirm how long they will be without the midfielder. It's just that they hope they don't have Pogba for a minimum of two months.

Juventus has also consulted with trusted medical professionals to take the best option. This step is part of an effort to avoid rapid medical procedures that can lead to further complications.