Christian Pulisic is currently under scrutiny, along with several other AC Milan players, due to the team’s inconsistent performance as the season approaches its critical stage.
The American international has not found the net in any competitive matches this year, bringing his season total to ten goals and three assists across 29 appearances.
With only one year remaining on his contract, which pays €5.13 million annually, Il Giornale reports that Milan might be open to selling the 27-year-old in the summer for approximately €60 million.
Financial limitations continue to present challenges for Italian clubs aiming to compete with Europe’s elite. Furthermore, Milan’s qualification for the Champions League is far from certain. With just two wins in their last five Serie A matches, the Rossoneri are third in the standings with 63 points, only three points ahead of fourth-placed Juventus, five points clear of fifth-placed Como, and six points above sixth-placed Roma.
With six games left, Milan faces Juventus in two weeks and Atalanta, who are also vying for European spots, two weeks after that. The possibility of missing out on Champions League football is a significant concern.
Despite a relatively modest goalscoring record during his time at San Siro, Pulisic has revitalized his form and reputation following a less successful period at Chelsea. His recent performances and his expiring contract have attracted interest from prominent Premier League clubs. If Milan fails to secure Champions League football for next season, they may be compelled to accept a transfer fee considerably lower than the €60 million figure currently being discussed.
From the Premier League, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as the frontrunners for Pulisic’s signature. Liverpool has a history of acquiring talented players from Serie A opportunistically, as seen with Federico Chiesa two summers ago. Tottenham, on the other hand, is in urgent need of a complete revamp of their attacking line. However, their ability to pursue a player like Pulisic will heavily depend on their Premier League status next season.
