Pulisic reportedly out 3-6 weeks with microfracture after World Cup
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Christian Pulisic is expected to miss 3-6 weeks for AC Milan due to a microfracture sustained during the World Cup.
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Attributed to original sourceMilan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic will be out of action for circa six weeks after scans confirmed he suffered a microfracture during the World Cup.
MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 11: Christian Pulisic of AC Milan reacts after seeing his team concede a third goal during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Udinese Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on April 11, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) The forward struggled with several injury problems and poor form in recent months for both club and country, which did not improve by much at the tournament where USA were hosting with Canada and Mexico.
He limped off during the Round of 16 defeat to Belgium, 4-1 on the day , and there were immediately concerns it could be a serious setback.
Pulisic scans show extent of injury LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 12: Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States looks on as he walks off at the end of the first half during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match between USA and Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) Now multiple reports in America and Italy confirm that Pulisic has been diagnosed with bone bruising and a microfracture of the tibia/fibula.
He was spotted on crutches the next day at the team hotel, raising worries that this could be a long-term absence.
However, The Athletic and Calciomercato both cite sources reassuring that Pulisic is likely to be out of action for three to six weeks.
This could enable him to be back in training for the start of the new Serie A season on August 23, where Milan begin the tournament against Torino.
The former Chelsea man had scored 10 goals with four assists in 34 competitive games for Milan last season, but notably none of those goals were in 2026.
He hasn’t found the net for his club since the 3-0 win over Verona on December 28, firing blanks in the successive 19 matches.
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What happened
AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic has reportedly been diagnosed with a microfracture following the World Cup, ruling him out for 3-6 weeks. The injury is a blow to Milan's attacking options heading into the second half of the season. Pulisic had been one of Milan's key contributors before the break and his absence will force tactical adjustments from the coaching staff.
Chance analysis
A 3-6 week absence for Pulisic removes Milan's most productive attacking outlet in the short term. Milan will need to rely on depth options (likely Leão, Chukwueze, or others) to cover his minutes. This affects both domestic and European fixtures during the recovery window. The longer end of the timeline (6 weeks) could see him miss 4-6 league matches depending on scheduling.
Milan lose their starting right winger for 3-6 weeks, weakening their attacking threat and forcing squad rotation.
Reduce Pulisic's expected attacking output and Milan's goal threat projection for the next 3-6 matches; adjust Milan win probability downward in the short term.