A European club has revealed why they will not sign free agent Paul Pogba.
As of 30 November, Pogba became a free agent after his contract with Juventus was terminated by mutual consent.
The decision followed the France international's four-year ban for doping being reduced to just 18 months after an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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Since then, the 31-year-old has been the subject of growing speculation as he looks to begin the next chapter of his career.
The midfielder was recently reported to have rejected a move to Newcastle United, while there have also been reports linking him with a move to the United States and a return to France.
Olympique Marseille has already been suggested as a potential destination, while OGC Nice is the most recent Ligue 1 outfit to be linked with Pogba's signature.
The sporting director at Nice, Florian Maurice, has now revealed that they are not planning to sign the 2018 FIFA World Cup winner on a free transfer.
Speaking to French outlet L'Equipe, Maurice explained: "To be completely honest, I don't think we have the possibility to bring Pogba to Nice today.
"I think that lots of clubs will be looking into this deal, even if it's been quite a while since he has played.
"I think there will be a lot of competition and I don't think that we are able to fight to bring such a player to OGC Nice."
Pogba will be allowed to return to the field in March 2025, while Nice are said to have decreased their spending on signings and salaries after their owners, INEOS, acquired a considerable share in Manchester United.
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