A high-profile trial is underway in Paris, with six men, including Paul Pogba’s brother Mathias, accused of blackmailing the French football star. The case has sent shockwaves through the French football world, particularly given the involvement of Pogba’s childhood friends and brother.
The six defendants are accused of attempting to extort 13 million euros from Pogba, with some facing additional charges of kidnapping and forming a criminal gang. Mathias Pogba, who was not present during the alleged kidnapping, is charged with attempted extortion for pressuring his brother and family to pay the demanded sum.
The trial comes at a challenging time for Pogba, who recently had his contract with Juventus canceled due to a doping suspension. Pogba alleges that he was tricked by his childhood friends, who held him at gunpoint and demanded money for “services rendered.” He claims to have already paid them 100,000 euros.
The case has sparked widespread attention, with many following the developments closely. As the trial progresses, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold for Pogba and the accused.
