Christian Pulisic is at a contract crossroads at Milan, and his future could reshape the Rossoneri’s wage chart. The American remains integral to the project, yet a new deal may shift his place in the payroll.
The 2026 season saw Pulisic plagued by injuries, leaving his spot in Ruben Amorim’s lineup in flux. Milan seeks certainty, while his camp appears to push for terms far beyond the current deal.
He burst onto the pitch off the bench versus Lazio, instantly threading an assist to Diego Moreira in a 2-2 draw. That flash reminded fans of the spark that once made him Milan’s most prolific attacker.
His last start arrived on April 26 against Juventus, and his 2026 goal haul for club and country stayed disappointingly low. The sole tally came in a U.S. friendly versus Senegal, fueling doubts over his renewal.
| Pulisic’s Milestone | Date | Opponent | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Start | April 26, 2026 | Juventus | Serie A |
| Last Goal | December 28, 2025 | Hellas Verona | Serie A |
| Most Recent Appearance | September 16, 2026 | Benfica | UEFA Europa League |
Pulisic’s current ranking places him just below the elite earners in Milan’s payroll.
According to Calcio e Finanza, Milan’s projected 2026-27 net salary bill sits near $76 million, with Gonçalo Ramos, Mike Maignan and Mario Gila each earning about $5.9 million net per season.
Pulisic currently earns roughly $4.7 million net per year, a tier below that trio, alongside Samuel Chukwueze and Ruben Loftus‑Cheek. Luka Modrić, Adrien Rabiot, Fikayo Tomori and Alexis Saelemaekers are listed around $4.1 million net, underscoring the tight payroll ladder.
The numbers highlight his standing in the squad. In my view, the 28‑year‑old is already among Milan’s better‑paid players, even if he doesn’t sit at the summit.
Will Milan meet his demand and set a new pay ceiling for the Rossoneri?
That could shift dramatically if reports hold water. La Gazzetta dello Sport says Pulisic’s agents have asked for a new contract worth about $9.4 million net per season, essentially doubling his current wage.
Such a package would catapult him into the club’s top‑earner group and could overhaul the wage hierarchy. The demand ties to a possible long‑term extension, with Milan able to stretch his deal to 2028 or even 2031.
Both parties are set to meet, with owner Gerry Cardinale and the player’s representatives on the agenda. Milan wants to keep the American, but the financial terms may become the negotiation’s centerpiece.