Revealed: USMNT star Christian Pulisic leads Ronaldinho and Olivier Giroud in key statistic at AC Milan over last 20 years after brilliant start to life at San Siro

The United States international moved to Italy in the summer of 2023 when bringing a four-year stint at Premier League giants Chelsea to a close. He had been struggling for consistency in west London, but has rediscovered a spark since linking up with Serie A heavyweights.

Pulisic has registered seven goals and six assists across all competitions and was named the Italian top-flight’s Player of the Month for December. His qualities have been embraced by Milan, with the 25-year-old putting his work rate and creativity to good use.

He boasts 11 goal contributions in Serie A, and that return places him among some iconic names at San Siro. AC Milan and Opta have pulled together statistics from the last 20 years, which focus on end product through the first-half of a season from any club debutant.

Pulisic, with his 11 combined goals and assists, is ranked above World Cup-winning Brazilian legend Ronaldinho and France international Giroud – who both managed 10 through their opening 19 appearances in Serie A. Only six players have bettered Pulisic for goal contributions, including enigmatic Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic (20), Mario Balotelli (17), Antonio Cassano, Ronaldo and Alberto Gilardino (all 13).

Pulisic has been joined at San Siro by fellow countryman Yunus Musah, who is also making a positive impression during his debut campaign. The American have plenty to look forward to in 2024 with club and country – as major silverware remains up for grabs.