AC Milan face a significant setback as Christian Pulisic has sustained an injury during their match against Atalanta. The American winger was forced to leave the field in the first half after suffering a blow to his left ankle during a challenge with Atalanta’s Mario Pasalic. Head coach Paulo Fonseca made the decision to substitute Pulisic in the 38th minute, bringing on Ruben Loftus-Cheek in his place.
Pulisic attempted to continue playing after the incident, but ultimately succumbed to the pain and required medical attention. The extent of his injury will be assessed in the coming hours through diagnostic tests, which will determine how long he may be sidelined. This injury comes at a challenging time for Milan, as Pulisic has been one of their most impactful players this season.
The 26-year-old has made a remarkable contribution to the team, scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 16 appearances. His absence could be felt acutely, especially given his recent form, where he had been involved in at least one goal in each of his last seven league matches.
With Pulisic out, Fonseca will need to adjust his tactics ahead of upcoming fixtures. The team is already dealing with several injuries and suspensions, making this loss particularly tough. The Rossoneri are currently aiming to maintain their position in the league standings and push for a top-four finish.
