Christian Pulisic Ruled Out of Milan vs. Chelsea Friendly Due to Injury

Christian Pulisic will not participate in the upcoming friendly match between AC Milan and Chelsea, which is set to take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta. His absence has raised questions among fans, as he was expected to play a significant role in this preseason reunion.

Pulisic, who joined Milan in 2023 after four seasons with Chelsea, suffered an injury during the United States' Round of 16 match against Belgium in the World Cup. The injury, described as a bone bruise and microfracture in his right leg, forced him to withdraw from the game and has impacted his preparations for the new season.

Instead of joining his teammates on their preseason tour, Pulisic has been focusing on rehabilitation at Milanello. Reports indicate that the club is prioritizing his recovery to avoid further complications. While he will miss the friendly against Chelsea, there is optimism that he could return in time for the Serie A season opener against Torino on August 23, provided his recovery progresses well.