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Christian Pulisic x Novak Djokovic! AC Milan considered play for tennis legend that would have seen him work with USMNT stars at San Siro

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  • Rossoneri working on mental strength
  • Grand Slam winner is a big fan
  • No formal discussions have taken place
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Serbian superstar Djokovic, who has won more Grand Slam titles than anybody in history, is a big Rossoneri supporter. Milan owner Gerry Cardinale is aware of that and is said to have mulled over a move to bring Djokovic in as a mental coach.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    According to La Repubblica, Cardinale was eager to get somebody else on board that can provide motivational support to players facing challenges. Djokovic is said to have been mentioned as a potential collaborator, although no formal discussions took place.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Djokovic is a regular visitor to San Siro and took the opportunity to mingle with Milan stars Rafael Leao and Ismael Benacer during the ATP Finals in Turin last November. He has also rubbed shoulders with Zlatan Ibrahimovic down the years – with the former Sweden international now an advisor to the RedBird ownership group.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR AC MILAN?

    The Rossoneri also have USMNT stars Pulisic and Yunus Musah on their books, although they have not required much motivational assistance this season as they continue to impress during their debut campaigns in Italy.

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