Christian Pulisic Rejects Big Opportunity To Play Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo: Report
Pulisic is reportedly keen on representing Milan heading into the upcoming season. He has flourished with the team since joining from Chelsea in July 2023, recording 32 goals and 23 assists in 100 matches across all tournaments.
Al Nassr would be hoping to get a deal over the line in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus was appointed on Tuesday by Al Nassr, where he will link up with Ronaldo, who signed a new two-year deal with the Saudi club in June.
The 70-year-old Jesus was sacked by Saudi rivals Al Hilal in May after their Asian Champions League semi-final exit.
Jesus had been in charge since 2023 in what was his second spell with Al Hilal. A long managerial career has taken place in his native Portugal, with Benfica and Sporting Lisbon and he has coached in Brazil and Turkey as well.
Ronaldo, 40, inked a new contract until 2027 with Al Nassr last month, ending speculation over a potential departure.
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