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Christian Pulisic named Serie A player of the month for December 2023
The USMNT forward was chosen as the best player in Italian football in the month of December after his brilliant performances with Milan.
The outstanding moment of form that Christian Pulisic is currently experiencing with AC Milan has been officially acknowledged by Serie A. This Friday, the league named the American player as the MVP of the month of December, recognising his exceptional performances with the team.
It is noteworthy that in the current Calcio season, Pulisic, who was also named in Opta’s Serie A of the first half of the season, has scored 6 goals and provided 5 assists. Going even further, 2 goals and 4 assists were recorded between December and the beginning of January, highlighting the superb level of performance that ‘Captain America’ has shown in the league competition. This remarkable form is one of the key factors leading to his selection as the player of the month in Serie A.
However, Pulisic’s impact extends beyond mere goal-scoring and assist statistics. He has evolved into a complete player for Pioli, who has identified and harnessed the American’s strengths, working him well to the team’s advantage.
Pulisic beats heavyweight competition to take award
Serie A fans have elected Pulisic as the MVP of December, casting their votes in favour of the USMNT player over other highly regarded nominees such as Gatti of Juventus, Gudmundsson of Genoa, Lukaku of Roma, Marcus Thuram of Inter, and Zirkzee from Bologna.
This recognition serves as a significant emotional boost for Pulisic as he embarks on the second half of the season. He aims to fortify and solidify the exceptional form he is currently going through, contributing significantly to the Milan cause.
It’s worth noting that Milan currently sit in third place in the league, trailing behind Inter and Juventus. Pulisic’s outstanding performances have undoubtedly played a pivotal role in the team’s strong position, and this acknowledgment further fuels his commitment to the Rossoneri’s pursuit for success.
The challenge for Pulisic in 2024: better his best-ever record
Milan are determined to compete vigorously and reach the final of the Europa League. The team found themselves in this competition after finishing third in their Champions League group. For Pulisic, this presents an opportunity for redemption, as his performance in the Champions League fell short, with only one goal contribution in the last match against Newcastle.
Recognising the significance of this year, especially with the Copa América taking place, Pulisic is keen on arriving in optimal condition for the CONMEBOL competition which will take place in his home country, the United States.
The 25-year-old American is committed to maintaining the stellar level of play demonstrated thus far. He aims to surpass his personal records from the 2019-20 campaign with Chelsea, where he scored 11 goals and provided 10 assists – a benchmark that stands as his best to date, and one that he is only 4 goals and 4 assists away from equalling.