7 Biggest Declines in Football History, From Pogba to Hazard
- Some footballers have experienced a fall from grace after making big money moves
- Philippe Coutinho and Jadon Sancho are examples of stars who had major drop-offs
- Sports Brief looks at some of the biggest footballers who experienced steep declines
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Footballers generally have short careers but some — like Cristiano Ronaldo — can stay at the top level for more than two decades while others have brief moments of greatness before their careers rapidly decline for several reasons.
Paul Pogba was considered a world-class midfielder for a few years but has suffered an inexplicable drop-off.
He has been provisionally suspended because of an anti-doping offence, which puts his career under serious threat as he faces a ban of up to four years.
Some players were considered the best in the world, but for some reason, they fell off and failed to recapture their magical touch.
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FootballInjuries, mental hurdles, and personal issues have prevented some players from truly reaching their potential and being consistent in their careers. Sports Brieflooks at the 7 biggest drop-offs in recent years.
7 biggest declines in football7. Donny van de Beek — Ajax, Man United
The Dutch midfielder joined United in the summer of 2020 for €39 million from Ajax. He has failed to impress at the club and with strong competition for positions at United, it is hard to see him continue at Old Trafford. Van de Beek has been overlooked during his time at the club and failed to secure a move away this summer. In three seasons, he has played 60 games for Man United and scored just two goals, per Transfermarkt.
6. Alexis Sanchez —
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