Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri believes it makes no sense to talk about the absence of French midfielder Paul Pogba from the World Cup.
Allegri said Pogba’s exclusion was unfortunate, but noted that he had appeared from the start that he was unlikely to participate in the World Cup.
He added: It makes no sense to repeat the thing, once the decision was made not to have surgery at the beginning of the season, it was natural for us to hope that he could return to Juventus and the French national team.
He continued: “It is a pity for Juventus and the World Cup, and it is natural that we are affected by our lack of him.”
It was confirmed on Monday that Pogba was absent from the French team at the 2022 World Cup due to a knee injury.
Pogba hasn’t played any matches for Juventus since returning to Italy on a free transfer after his contract with Manchester United expired.
The 29-year-old underwent surgery last month and although he recently returned to training, he will now undergo further rehabilitation.
