How ‘special player’ Christian Pulisic has helped USMNT team-mate Yunus Musah become a fan favourite at AC Milan

Two United States internationals made their way to San Siro during the summer transfer window. Pulisic arrived in Italy from Premier League heavyweights Chelsea, while Musah completed a switch from La Liga side Valencia.

Both have settled quickly in new surroundings, with Pulisic registering four goals in Serie A. Musah’s energy in the middle of the park has also earned plenty of admirers, with the talented 20-year-old midfielder quickly becoming a fan favourite.

Musah has told Gazzetta dello Sport when asked how much of an impact having Pulisic alongside him has made in adjusting quickly to the demands of life in another country and division: “A lot, and not only on the pitch. Christian is a special player, with great quality and it’s truly a privilege to be able to have him in the same club team. We are also developing a special relationship off the pitch and this is an important thing.”

Pulisic and Musah have helped Milan to the top of the Serie A table, with the Rossoneri boasting a two-point lead over arch-rivals Inter after eight games of the 2023-24 campaign.