Christian Pulisicopting out of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup to focus on his AC Milan commitments, was criticized by fans and former players alike. Still, the 27-year-old star took part in the USMNTin October friendly matches, during which he suffered an injury from which he is still recovering. In light of this, the Italian side have reportedly made a strong request to coach Mauricio Pochettino prior to the next friendly matches.
According to Calciomercato it is AC Milan is actively negotiating with the US Football Association to prevent Christian Pulisic from being called up by USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino for November’s international friendlies. With this move, they want the 27-year-old to fully recover so that he is in top form for the crucial derby match against Inter Milan on November 23.
Even though Christian Pulisic is sidelined during AC Milan’s match against Atalanta on October 28, he could return to AS Roma on November 2. However, the Italian side is prioritizing a rigorous recovery plan to ensure he returns to top level without risking setbacks. This strategy is in line with their advice to the USMNT, especially since the U.S. team already has a World Cup spot as hosts in 2026.
Mauricio Pochettino, recognizing Christian Pulisic’s crucial role for the USMNT, could still call on him to spearhead the attack. However, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, AC Milan wants to negotiate with Pochettino and proposes that the 27-year-old star only play the November 15 match against Paraguay. This arrangement would allow Pulisic to return quickly, leaving him fit and rested for the crucial Derby against Inter Milan.
Christian Pulisic of the United States leaves the match after sustaining an injury against Australia.
Christian Pulisic remains a key figure at AC Milan despite Rafael Leao’s resurgence in form
Since the arrival of Massimiliano Allegri, Christian Pulisic has become a crucial force in attack, with six goals and two assists to top the team’s scoring charts. Rafael Leao took advantage of the USMNT star’s absence and scored three goals in his last two matches, sparking rumors of Pulisic’s possible move. Despite these speculations, Allegri reportedly has final plans for the lineupindicating that Pulisic’s position remains secure upon his return.
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La Gazzetta dello Sport shows this Allegri’s confidence in Santiago Gimenez has diminished with their relationship reportedly at a low point. Then, Christian Pulisic will join forces with Rafael Leao in a bid to revive AC Milan’s attackas the team struggles with a recent goal drought. With the Rossoneri now just one point behind leaders Napoli and AS Roma, they are determined to string together crucial victories to boost their Serie A title hopes.
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