Christian Pulisik thrive in Italy and redirect its best form since prey Chelsea for Milan. The American star has emerged as an important attack force for Rossoneri, with his career seemingly revived after a severe magic formula in England.
In a new interview with Sports illustratedThe 26-year-old reflected on his journey over Europe’s top, challenges with Premier League’s intense pressureand Key role Zlatan Ibrahimovic has played in his success at Milan.
Pulisic has already played for three of Europe’s largest clubs in three of Top five leagues–Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga), Chelsea (Premier League) and now Milan (Serie A). “In some ways I have changed a bit, grown up a bit as a person, as man, [figuring out] The path I want to take in my life. I don’t think I’m that much different,“He reflected.
While showing flashes of shine on Dortmund and Chelsea, he has nowhere hit top form quite as he has at Milan. The season 2024-25 has been particularly special with 21 combined goals and assists from 31 performanceswhich proves that he is now an important figure in Rossoneri’s attack.
Premier League’s press and find freedom at Milan
Pulisic acknowledged High -pressure environment in the Premier LeagueWho shaped his development but also came up with challenges. “The Bundesliga really taught me to become a professional just because it was my first step. Premier League was just shopping more and more with the pressure that comes along, I think, England and Premier League,“He explained.
But his move to Milan has allowed him to play with More trust and freedoma shift that has been crucial to his resuscitation. “Now with Milan it’s been the perfect step for me [because] The club trusted me a lot from the beginning and I had a really good start. I think it has learned much more [about] consistency and play at the highest level,“He added.
One of the biggest differences? The environment. Unlike his time with blues, where conduct changes and team stability affected his rhythm, Pulisic has found a Supporting and reliable atmosphere in Italy.
“I am very free when I am on the pitch now and safe. I think it’s one of the best things you can have as an attacking player, especially in football,“He said. “All people from top to bottom have really given me that trust as well as my teammates who make me feel really comfortable and welcome.“
How Zlatan Ibrahimovic helped Pulisic
A great influence on Pulisic’s transition to Milan has been Zlatan Ibrahimovicwho returned to the club in December 2023 as a leader. Pulisic’s connection to Ibrahimovic is particularly symbolic as he took over Legendary number 11 -kit When he moved to San Siro.
Despite the Svenen’s reputation as an outspoken and impressive figure, Pulisic revealed that he has been a Vital mentor and supporter behind the scenes. “It has been a good relationship, I think from the beginning. I think he told me right away what I can expect from the club. … when you get to know him he is quite simple,“Said USMNT star.
“He tells exactly what he says, what he thinks, which is important to me. I think that through some of the tough times in the club he has been enough for me … He cares a lot about the players.“
“He asks: “How is your head? How is your head ‘… because he wants us to be able to come to training and have everything focused on what happens on the pitch. And I think he makes sure he tells about everything is well away from the pitch, that you will be fine and everything will be fine.“
