AC Milan has scheduled a key meeting in the spring to discuss a contract extension for Christian Pulisic, the American forward who has been pivotal in the team's Serie A campaign. With his current deal running until 2027, the club aims to secure his future ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Pulisic's strong performances have made him indispensable to the Rossoneri.
Christian Pulisic has emerged as AC Milan's most decisive player this season, contributing seven goals in Serie A to tie him for the top spot with Inter's Lautaro Martinez, despite missing time due to illness and minor injuries. His impact was evident in a recent match against Torino, where he came off the bench to rescue a point despite nearly sitting out because of sickness.
Pulisic's existing contract with AC Milan expires in 2027, with a club option to extend it to 2028, providing stability but prompting the leadership to act proactively. Past experiences with players like Mike Maignan, Gianluigi Donnarumma, and Hakan Çalhanoglu, where delays led to losses, have influenced this approach. Unlike the sale of Theo Hernandez last summer to avoid a free transfer, Milan intends to reward Pulisic's excellence early to build trust and affirm its commitment to top performers.
Currently earning about $4.4 million annually, Pulisic's representatives are seeking at least a $1.1 million raise, aligning him closer to stars like Rafael Leao, who earns roughly $7.7 million per season including bonuses. According to reports from Calciomercato, club executives remain calm, noting no signs of Pulisic wanting to depart. The planned spring meeting will propose terms extending his stay through 2029, with an automatic extension clause, aiming to lock in the 27-year-old as a cornerstone ahead of the World Cup.
While speculation has linked Pulisic to a Premier League return, such as with Manchester United, his consistent output—including outperforming veterans like Luka Modric in key metrics—has solidified his role at Milan under Massimiliano Allegri.