West Ham plan surprise raid for AC Milan striker Christian Pulisic
western ham it was smooth sailing in the summer transfer window earlier this year when they made ambitious investments. Julen Lopetegui has not achieved the results he would have liked, with the Hammers having only won three of their 11 league games so far, however, he appears to have the faith of the board and is already planning his business in 2025.
GOAL (citing Spanish source Fichajes) has reported that West Ham are now considering a move for AC Milan striker Christian Pulisic. The US international is enjoying a brilliant campaign with the Rossoneri, although news has emerged that he has been granted the opportunity to return to England with Lopetegui keen to add some more quality to his attack.
There have been doubts about the continuity of Mohamed Kudus at the London Stadium with players of the caliber of Arsenal and Liverpool It is said to be hovering around him. Pulisic has been identified as the ideal replacement, while the forward's versatile profile is said to have also attracted West Ham, who could attempt to sign him in 2025.
Pulisic unlikely to move to West Ham
West Ham may not have a hard time signing Christian Pulisic financially as he is valued at a reasonable amount of £42m on Transfermarkt. However, it is unlikely that 2021 champions league The winner will be receptive to joining the Hammers. the first Chelsea The man is very well established at AC Milan.
He scored seven goals and provided five assists for the Italian giants this season and is on track to have the best season of his career, so joining West Ham could even be considered a step back for him. In Milan, Pulisic is more likely to win titles and participate in the Champions League, which are two fundamental sporting factors in a player's decision-making.
However, if Kudus were to leave West Ham, he would be in the market to sign a replacement and would have a good budget in his bid to do so. It will be interesting to see what other players Lopetegui has in mind, although a move for Pulisic can comfortably be ruled out.
