Numbers do not always capture reality, but they often help explain it. Christian Pulisic is the player who has been involved in the most goals in Serie A in 2025: 21 in total (14 goals and 7 assists). His goal against Verona capped off an outstanding season, despite the team’s results, from a player who manages to be decisive even when not at his physical best. “Captain America,” the affectionate nickname coined by Milan fans, averages one goal every 70 minutes, a truly ruthless return: 8 goals in 11 appearances in the current Serie A campaign.
Due to various physical issues, Allegri has been able to field his two main attacking reference points, Leao and Pulisic, together from the start only twice (five times in total). The feeling is that this is a team pushing beyond its limits, thanks to the strength of the group and Allegri’s guidance. But once he is able to deploy numbers 10 and 11 regularly, it will be painful for everyone else. While waiting for Rafa to fully overcome his physical problems, Chris is carrying the team on his shoulders. He is the man in whom the Rossoneri's Scudetto hopes are pinned, as relayed via Calcio Mercato.
When Saelemaekers’ contract renewal was announced, Milan fans hoped it would be followed by the most eagerly awaited and important one, Pulisic’s. The Belgian was set to expire in 2027, just like his American friend, but for the Rossoneri the timeline effectively runs one year longer, to 2028. The former Chelsea player’s contract includes a clause for an automatic one-year extension. Furlani and Tare are fairly relaxed about the situation and are in no rush to close the deal. A study phase is currently underway to present the best possible offer to Pulisic’s entourage. The meeting is scheduled for spring, and the proposal for the American should come close to Leao’s current salary (6 million euros plus 1 million in bonuses).
