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Pulisic’s Milan Mess: Why a “Disappointing” Season Has Them Scrambling for a New Deal

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Christian Pulisic’s future with AC Milan is about to hit crunch time, and it’s not for the reasons you might think. Milan didn’t exactly see the best of Captain America in the back half of last season. And let’s be real, his World Cup run was a letdown, too. But despite all that, they’re dead set on tying him down to a new contract.

Cardinale Locks in a Crucial Meeting

Daniele Longo just dropped the news: a massive meeting is locked in for the middle of next week. Who’s in the room? None other than Milan owner Gerry Cardinale himself, sitting down with Pulisic’s entourage, including his dad. They’re gonna hash out his whole vibe at the Rossoneri, trying to figure out what’s next for the American star.

The immediate goal is crystal clear: they absolutely have to use the option to renew his current contract, locking him in until 2028. Why the urgency? Because they simply cannot afford to just lose him for free next year. That would be a brutal blow to their roster management and financial planning, plain and simple.

Beyond 2028: A Long-Term Gamble?

But wait, there’s more to this pow-wow than just the short-term fix. Parties will also dive deep into the possibility of a full-blown, long-term extension for Pulisic. Milan’s got a potential deal on the table that could keep him in red and black until 2031. Think about that, a commitment stretching almost another five years beyond the existing option.

The catch? The actual terms of this potential 2031 monster deal are still completely up in the air. This meeting isn’t just a formality, it’s where the real talk happens. Expect the money talks, the nitty-gritty financial details, to dominate the conversation. This isn’t just about keeping a player; it’s about a major investment for Milan’s future, hoping Pulisic can turn things around and live up to that superstar potential.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.

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