Mathias Pogba, the older brother of former Manchester United star Paul Pogba, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his role in an £11 million blackmail plot against his brother. The sentence was handed down by a Paris court, which also fined Mathias £16,500.

The blackmail plot, which was orchestrated by a group of childhood friends, including Mathias, involved demanding £11 million from Paul Pogba for “protection services” that dated back 13 years. The group claimed that they had provided protection to Paul Pogba during his early days as a footballer, and were now seeking compensation for their services.

However, the court found that the group’s demands were nothing more than a thinly veiled extortion attempt. The prosecution argued that the group had used threats and intimidation to try and extract money from Paul Pogba, and that Mathias had played a key role in the plot.

In addition to Mathias, five other defendants were also found guilty of extortion, kidnapping, and detention. They were sentenced to prison terms of up to eight years.

Mathias’s sentence is a significant one, and it’s clear that the court took the blackmail plot very seriously. By sentencing Mathias to three years in prison, the court is sending a strong message that this type of behavior will not be tolerated.

It’s worth noting that Paul Pogba has been very vocal about the blackmail plot, and has spoken publicly about the emotional toll it has taken on him. He has also expressed his gratitude to the French authorities for their help in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

Overall, the sentencing of Mathias Pogba is a significant development in this high-profile case. It’s clear that the court has taken a strong stance against the blackmail plot, and that those involved will face serious consequences for their actions.