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Paul Pogba's Brother Mathias Arrested in €13m Blackmail Plot

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The Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has been a victim of an alleged €11 million blackmail plot by a group of his childhood friends, including his own brother Mathias. The 29-year-old was allegedly confronted by the group at gunpoint and brought to a flat in Roissy-en-Brie, where they demanded more than €11 million for "protecting him." Paul Pogba claims to have been targeted by the group for 13 years, with the latest attempt happening this summer. Mathias Pogba, a 32-year-old former footballer, has denied the allegations and previously vowed to expose "explosive" revelations about his sibling.

Key Takeaways:

  • Paul Pogba has alleged that his brother Mathias is part of a "group-organised extortion attempt" against him, with the plot dating back 13 years.
  • Mathias Pogba has denied the allegations, but has previously vowed to expose "explosive" revelations about his sibling.
  • Paul Pogba claims to have been confronted by the group at gunpoint and brought to a flat in Roissy-en-Brie, where they demanded more than €11 million for "protecting him."
  • The group allegedly demanded €2.6 million in immediate cash, but Paul Pogba was only able to withdraw €85,000 in cash from his account.
  • Paul Pogba opened a criminal complaint through his lawyers when the group attempted to extort money.
  • Mathias Pogba has represented Guinea at international level and is a free agent after being released by French minnows Belfort in April.
  • Paul Pogba is one of the biggest names in European football, having won four Serie A titles and the 2018 World Cup with France.

Statistics:

  • €11 million: the reported amount demanded by the blackmail group.
  • €2.6 million: the reported amount demanded in immediate cash.
  • €85,000: the amount Paul Pogba was able to withdraw from his account.
  • 13 years: the duration of the alleged blackmail plot.
  • 29 years old: the age of Paul Pogba.
  • 32 years old: the age of Mathias Pogba.

Sources:

  • Le Monde (exact quote: "La police a mis Mathias Pogba en garde à vue...")
  • French police (exact quote: "Enquête ouverte pour voies de fait et extorsion")
  • Paul Pogba's social media post (exact quote: "Je suis victime d'un groupe d'extorsion...")

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