As a data analyst who tracks football’s hidden metrics, I’m watching Paul Pogba’s free-agent saga like a live regression model. The 32-year-old midfielder isn’t rushing—while Monaco negotiates, he's holding out for Saudi Arabian interest, particularly from Al-Ittihad (formerly Al-Hilal). This isn’t just about money; it’s a strategic reset. With his ban reduced and fitness ticking up, the real game is off the pitch. Let’s unpack the stats, signals, and silence behind this high-stakes waiting game—because in football, sometimes the most important move is staying still.