Pulisic Sparks Milan's Scudetto Dream as Derby Day Approaches—And He Might Just Retire on a Funny Note

Pulisic Eyes the Scudetto as Milan Chase the League Title

American Christian Pulisic, Milan's winger, says the Italian league title remains Milan's main goal this season, insisting the Rossoneri still believe they can win league despite challenges.

He told CBS Sports that the title is a definite target for the club this season, and he won’t dwell on the negative what-ifs. There have been seasons with nothing to show, he admitted, but they have achieved many good things. When you lift the trophy, there is no sweeter reward for all.

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And Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri had said before facing Parma (2-2) last Saturday that the road remains long, and the squad must chase small aims like back-to-back wins to reach the bigger goal of a top-four finish, not ruling out the best outcome, which is winning the league.

During the current break, Pulisic hasn't joined his national team due to injury last month. Despite playing 20 minutes against Parma, Milan kept him with the squad to prepare for the derby against Inter on Sunday, November 23 ahead of a high-stakes showdown.

He said, 'We had good talks, and I don’t think it was good for me to join the national team and play my first matches there. I want to ensure I have the right time to care for myself and verify that my hamstrings are healthy.'

In his stride, Pulisic has started strongly, scoring six goals in fixtures across Serie A and Coppa Italia, adding, 'Perhaps I’m at peak form, and if this is my peak, I want to enjoy it.'

As for Milan, he loves Italian culture, people, and food—better than London, he jokes, surely at that point.

On his teammate Luka Modric, the American added: It’s hard to know when to retire, but today I see at least ten more years ahead. Luka remains in the locker room at forty, performing at a very high level. How he does it makes me want to imitate him.

Rising Trajectory

It’s worth noting Pulisic is one of the most prominent American football players, having made a notable impact across European and global stages since his early days.

Born on September 18, 1998, he emerged as a standout talent among his peers, moving through several youth clubs before catching eyes with his attacking prowess, speed, and individual skills.

He began his professional career in Europe with Borussia Dortmund's academy, joined in 2015, and soon proved himself; in 2016 he debuted with Dortmund's first team in the Bundesliga, becoming the youngest American to score.

During his Dortmund spell, he showed rapid growth, contributing regularly with assists and goals, becoming a mainstay in the lineup. His dribbling, wing play, and speed made him a constant threat and helped Dortmund push higher in the standings.

In the summer of 2019, he moved to Chelsea in a record deal, becoming one of the most expensive American players in history. With Chelsea, he continued to perform, scoring clutch goals and assisting, helping Chelsea win the 2020-2021 Champions League title, along with the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.

He transferred to Milan in the summer of 2023 for 22 million euros, helping them win the Spanish Super Cup last season.

Internationally, he has become a cornerstone of the U.S. national team, rising from the youth squads to the senior side since 2016. He has played a pivotal role in World Cup qualifiers and the Gold Cup, earning the nickname 'Captain America' among fans.

His career has been marked by relentless resilience despite injuries; muscle strains and knee issues nearly derailed him, yet he always returns stronger and wiser. He's known for his humility and high professionalism on and off the pitch.

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Punchline time: If Milan win the title, Pulisic can finally tell his hamstrings, sorry, I’m not retiring yet—they’re still out there drafting new muscle memories. And if not, well, there’s always a sequel: The Derby That Gave Us Better Wi‑Fi in the locker room, because drama needs buffering too.