Christian Pulisic injury update: USMNT star not expected to miss start of 2024-25 season with AC Milan with ankle problem

Christian Pulisic is nursing an ankle injury at AC Milan, but the USMNT star is not expected to miss the start of the 2024-25 campaign.

WHAT HAPPENED?
The 25-year-old forward enjoyed a productive debut season at San Siro, with a personal-best return of 15 goals recorded across all competitions. Pulisic also registered nine assists in Serie A competition, as he became a key figure for the Rossoneri.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Pulisic rejoined Milan’s ranks during their pre-season tour of the United States, after captaining his country at the 2024 Copa America, and has been on target during friendly dates. He is, however, set to sit out a meeting with Monza due to a slight knock.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to Calciomercato, Pulisic is being kept out of that contest as a precaution. With no risks needing to be taken on his fitness, Milan are ready to hand the American a midweek break ahead of competitive action resuming.

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WHAT NEXT?
AC Milan are set to open their new Serie A season at home to Torino on Saturday. Pulisic, who is tied to a contract through to 2027, is likely to figure in that contest as new boss Paulo Fonseca looks to get his reign off to a winning start.

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