Members of the U.S. men’s national team appear to be trying to cluster at European clubs.
The latest potential USMNT fan rooting interest centers on AC Milan, who per reports from The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano are on the verge of bringing Yunus Musah to the San Siro in a €20 million transfer.
Should Musah complete the move from Valencia, he would join U.S. teammate Christian Pulisic, who is already fitting in nicely with the Rossoneri.
Per the reports, Milan and Valencia have already verbally agreed to terms over the 20-year-old’s transfer. Musah has been a hot commodity after Valencia narrowly avoided relegation, with Milan said to have made three offers for the versatile midfielder.
Musah has also been linked to interest from Fulham and West Ham, but the chances of a return to London (where Musah came up through the Arsenal academy) appear to be remote at this point.
Tonali’s departure makes room for Musah
Milan’s pursuit of a big midfield transfer has been ongoing since Newcastle’s pursuit of Sandro Tonali went from interest to inevitable. That’s not necessarily the role Musah has played for Valencia (where he spent much of last season on the right flank), nor is it the No. 8 role he often slots into with the USMNT.
However, while Milan manager Stefano Pioli has not publicly discussed his plans for the USMNT midfielder, it stands to reason that he’s going to be a major part of the club’s plans in multiple formations. Similarly to Pulisic, Musah’s ability to play in multiple positions should make him a frequent starter for a coach that wants to have several tactical options going forward.
[lawrence-related id=23937,23641,20272]