Ex-BVB star Pulisic set for Premier League return? | OneFootball

Jürgen Klopp is thrilled with him. The 58-year-old former coach of Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool once praised Christian Pulisic (27) as a "fantastic player." He briefly coached the American at BVB.

In Klopp's last season with the Black and Yellows, the then 16-year-old Pulisic got the chance to show himself with the professionals. "Oh, my God. Wow!" the championship coach raved about the young player's performances. In January 2016, the offensive player made his Bundesliga debut at 17. By 2017, he had already been named the US Soccer Player of the Year.

He went on to play 126 official matches in the BVB jersey, scoring 19 goals and assisting 26 more. In 2019, he transferred to Chelsea FC for 64 million euros. However, things didn't go smoothly for the quick dribbler in London. He particularly struggled with Thomas Tuchel (52), who has just extended his contract as England's national coach until 2028, and lost his starting position. Even under Tuchel's successors Graham Potter (50) and Frank Lampard (47), the former Dortmund player awaited his definitive breakthrough.

Rebirth in Milan

In the summer of 2023, Pulisic fled to Milan. His market value had dropped to around 20 million euros. The move to Italy turned out to be a stroke of luck—for both the player and the club. At the Rossoneri, the American established himself as an undisputed starter and is contractually tied to AC Milan until 2027, with an option for another year.

His record in Milan, with 42 goals and 25 assists in 120 matches, has attracted numerous suitors. According to Teamtalk, the revitalized Manchester United is interested in Pulisic. Transfer expert Nicolò Schira reports on X that Klopp's former club Liverpool also has the 27-year-old in their sights.

Pulisic himself is said to be happy in Milan. He would like to stay with the Rossoneri but is surprised that the club has not yet initiated talks with him.

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