VIDEO: USMNT star Christian Pulisic reveals surprising trio of players who influenced him as he snubs Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo

AC Milan star Pulisic was asked which players had a big impact on shaping his game, with the 25-year-old revealing some surprising answers. The winger chose Portugal icon Luis Figo, ex-Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney and compatriot Clint Dempsey, while Messi and Ronaldo did not make the cut.

When asked which three players have influenced his style of play, he told the USMNT's official Instagram: "Luis Figo... I would say, this is a weird one, but I love Wayne Rooney, and for the last one I'll go with Clint Dempsey."

Pulisic is currently plying his trade at Milan after leaving Chelsea for £17 million ($21.6m) and he has impressed in his debut season in Italian football. Hehas scored 15 goals, bagged nine assists and barely missed a game for the Rossoneri. If he keeps up his strong form, Pulisic is likely to inspire many other up-and-coming players in years to come.

Pulisic, who will represent the U.S. in the Copa America tournament in June and July, is likely to feature for Milan on Saturday night when they travel to Torino in Serie A. They round off the season at home to already-relegated Salernitana on Sunday, May 26.