Christian Pulisic is not in the best form at the moment, both in terms of his condition and his attacking output. His AC Milan future is not certain, either.
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The future of Pulisic has suddenly become a hot topic at Milan, with his contract set to expire in less than 18 months. According to Corriere dello Sport (via MN24), the USA international is contemplating the future of his career at club level.
Doubts for Captain America?
Although there’s still some time left before his deal’s natural expiration in 2027, the Milan management have expressed their intention to tie Pulisic down to fresh terms, to prevent the potential distractions of top international clubs.
However, Pulisic doesn’t seem inclined to rush things. The forward intends to carefully evaluate every detail: on the one hand, there’s the proposed pay rise at Milan, but on the other is the allure of new challenges in leagues that could entice him.
In this uncertain landscape, one unshakable technical certainty emerges: the esteem of Massimiliano Allegri. The coach is a pragmatic manager who makes tactical balance and man-management his trademark, and he considers the American a vital element for the team’s fortunes.
Despite some physical issues that have affected his consistency in recent times, Pulisic remains the key man for Allegri’s attack. His ability to play multiple roles and his international experience are qualities that nobody at Milan wants to lose, especially in the event of a Champions League return.
Retaining such a valuable asset is a priority not only because of what he brings on the pitch, but also for the strong commercial impact he brings to the North American market. The ball is now in the player’s court and that of his entourage: the coming months will be crucial.
As a reminder, Sky journalist Peppe Di Stefano shed some light in a recent exclusive with us: “A revolution in attack wouldn’t surprise me, especially since I see difficulties renewing some contracts, like Pulisic’s, for example.”