Paul Pogba Voted Best French Player in Serie A for Second Consecutive Season
Paul Pogba’s outstanding performances with Juventus have earned him the accolade of best French player in Italy’s Serie A for the 2013-2014 season, according to Goal.
The Franco-Guinean midfielder secured 58% of the vote, comfortably ahead of Roma’s coach Rudi Garcia, who received 34%. Parma’s Jonathan Biabiany and Udinese’s Thomas Heurtaux shared third place with 2% each.
A vital presence in Juventus’ midfield throughout the campaign, Pogba’s dynamic play and technical skill have attracted attention from many top European clubs eager to secure his services.
This marks the second consecutive year Pogba has topped the poll, reflecting his rapid rise in Italian football. Below is the list of best French players in Serie A over the past four seasons:
2010/2011: 1st – Philippe Mexès, 2nd – Mathieu Flamini, 3rd – Jérémy Ménez
2011/2012: 1st – Jonathan Biabiany, 2nd – Sébastien Frey, 3rd – Cédric Théréau
2012/2013: 1st – Paul Pogba, 2nd – Philippe Mexès, 3rd – Cédric Théréau
2013/2014: 1st – Paul Pogba, 2nd – Rudi Garcia, 3rd – Jonathan Biabiany/Thomas Heurtaux
Pogba’s continued dominance signals his growing importance at Juventus and his rising profile across Europe as one of the most promising midfielders of his generation.