The Manchester United talisman has tested positive to Corona virus, reveals Head coach of France Didier Deschamps.
The 27-year-old midfielder has been left out of France’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches next month.
France are scheduled to play Sweden in Solna on 5 September and Croatia in Paris on 8 September.
Pogba was due to be called up but has been replaced by 17-year-old Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga.
France’s Coach told reporters: “I’ve completed at the very last minute a change in the list, because Paul Pogba, who was previously on the list, unfortunately for him he carried out a test yesterday which was returned as positive this morning.
“So at the last moment he had to be replaced by Eduardo Camavinga.”
It also means Pogba will miss the start of the United’s pre-season preparations next week.
Also, Fellow french man and Tottenham midfielder Ndombele has tested positive.
