In a significant boost for the Rossoneri, American international Christian Pulisic has resumed full training with the AC Milan squad and is therefore...
In a significant boost for the Rossoneri, American international Christian Pulisic has resumed full training with the AC Milan squad and is therefore available for selection in their upcoming Serie A fixture. The former Chelsea man, who had been sidelined with a minor muscular complaint, is now fully integrated into Stefano Pioli's plans and is expected to give a good account of himself when called upon. At the end of the day, his return could not have come at a more crucial time for the Milan giants, who will be without their Portuguese talisman Rafael Leao due to a suspension handed down by the powers that be. Leao, who has been a stalwart for the side this term, will sit out the match after accumulating five yellow cards, meaning the lion's share of the creative burden now falls on the shoulders of Pulisic and his compatriots. The Nigerian international Victor Osimhen, though not a Milan player, has been watching the developments closely from Napoli, as the Scudetto race tightens in the scheme of things. For the Milan faithful, the sight of Pulisic back on the training pitch is a welcome one, as the American has shown clinical form in recent weeks. Viewing centres across Lagos and Abuja are already buzzing with anticipation. In Surulere, fans clad in Milan jerseys are expected to crowd around large screens, arguing animatedly about whether Pulisic can replicate the flair of the absent Leao. In Wuse, supporters will debate the merits of Pioli's tactics over cold bottles of soft drink, with many insisting that the American's direct running could be the key to unlocking a stubborn defence. It will be a typical Saturday evening of high emotions and loud cheers, as Nigerian football lovers remain fiercely invested in the drama unfolding in the Italian top flight.
