Juventus star Paul Pogba set for lengthy ban after he tested positive for doping

Paul Pogba's counter-analysis drug sample revealed the presence of an illicit substance.

Following his anti-doping offense, Paul Pogba tested positive in a counter-analysis on a second sample.

Due to an anti-doping violation, the former Manchester United midfielder received a temporary suspension on September 11 of this year.

Following Juventus' Serie A match against Udinese on August 20, when he was an unused replacement, the France international tested positive for testosterone, a hormone that boosts athletes' endurance.

This season, Pogba has yet to make a start, although he has come in as a substitute twice, most recently in the 2-0 victory at Empoli.

It's also another setback for Juventus after a season ruined by investigations into fake accounting and illegal payroll reporting. Due to the legal issues, UEFA disqualified the Turin club from this season's European tournament.