CAIRATE, ITALY: Christian Pulisic of AC Milan in action during an AC Milan training session at Milanello sports center in Cairate, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty Images)

Christian Pulisic Makes Stance Clear On Joining Ronaldo at Al Nassr

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Marcelo Cartaxo | Last updated Jul 16, 2025 11:03 AM ET

Al Nassr has been monitoring Christian Pulisic to explore whether the USMNT star would consider joining the club and play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently extended his contract for two more years.

After four years with Chelsea, where he became the first American player to appear in and win a UEFA Champions League final, Pulisic found a new home at AC Milan, joining the club at the start of the 2023/24 season.

However, the 2024/25 season proved difficult. AC Milan finished eighth in Serie A and failed to qualify for European competitions next season. For a player preparing for the 2026 World Cup, playing at the highest level against top European clubs would help maintain his form—but Pulisic will not have that opportunity.

On the other hand, Al Nassr offered a different path. According to Italian journalist Antonio Vitiello, the Saudi club has been monitoring Pulisic’s situation. Yet, the winger reportedly made it clear he has no interest in moving to the Saudi League unless absolutely necessary.

In recent hours, there was a survey by Al-Nassr regarding Christian Pulisic, but clearly Pulisic has said no. He does not want to go to the Saudi Pro League, unless he is forced to accept. ❌

[: @AntoVitiello - VIA: @garante_il] pic.twitter.com/1ivTHEriAy
— USMNT Otaku (@USMNTOtaku) July 15, 2025

Christian had to fight for his place in the starting lineup, as Rafael Leão dominated the left wing early in the season. However, with tactical adjustments over time, Pulisic eventually worked his way into the starting eleven.

With no European competitions next season—aside from domestic tournaments— AC Milan will likely focus all its efforts on competing for the Serie A title.