Pulisic’s Surprise New Role at Milan – Game-Changer for the USMNT? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Christian Pulisic might have to deal with a new role at Milan. Manager Massimiliano Allegri tested a new formation in the most recent friendly match against Leeds United — and in this tactical setup, Pulisic is no longer a winger.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic finds himself in the middle of a controversy between current and former national team players on him missing the Concacaf Gold Cup.

It was a dramatic week for USMNT players abroad, with headlines coming from Italy, the Netherlands, England, and beyond. In Coppa Italia action, Christian Pulisic started for AC Milan as they sought their first cup title since 2003,

That injury occurred when Milan faced Liverpool in Hong Kong, part of their Asian preseason leg. Pulisic was forced off at halftime, replaced by Noah Okafor. Despite initial optimism that he could return for the final friendlies in Europe, his recovery has been slower than anticipated.

Gio Reyna is reportedly more likely to join a Premier League outfit if he leaves Borussia Dortmund than link up with Christian Pulisic at AC Milan.

Christian Pulisic has played at the top level of soccer for nearly a decade despite only being 26 years old. Pulisic played for top clubs in Europe like Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, and now AC Milan. Pulisic has become the face of the current USMNT and has the potential to become the greatest American soccer player of all time.

Manchester United are set to debut in the Premier League and have made a bold decision regarding Rasmus Hojlund, amid rumors of a potential transfer to Christian Pulisic’s AC Milan. This Sunday, Manchester United will kick off their 2025–26 Premier League campaign against Arsenal.