Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that Paul Pogba is still not fit for action with Juventus and will sit out the club's U.S. tour.

The French midfielder's return to Turin as a free agent in 2022 has been marred by injuries.

Pogba endured a tough season with Juventus, making only 10 appearances due to various fitness issues, including a knee problem that required surgery.

As the Bianconeri ramp up preparations for the 2023-24 season during their U.S. tour, Pogba is present with the squad but won't be involved in friendly matches against AC Milan and Real Madrid.

Allegri's confirmation indicates that the midfielder's recovery is not yet complete, and Juventus will be cautious with his return to action.

Allegri has told reporters when asked for an update on Pogba: “I don’t think Paul will play during the tournée.

Practically, he has never trained with the group. He is working separately. He is doing well, but even last season there were times he was improving and then stopped.

Seeing him running, I can say he’s slightly improving, but he’s still not ready to play. We have to wait at least one month before seeing him with the team.”

Allegri also revealed that Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic – who has been generating transfer talk – is being handled with care after suffering fitness struggles of his own.

He added: “We are trying to manage Dusan in the best way, don’t forget he had groin issues at the end of last season. Therefore, he must not overdo, in order to be fit for the start of the season.”