Milan's negotiations to renew Pulisic's contract have stalled... Why?

Negotiations to renew American winger Christian Pulisic's contract with AC Milan have stalled, despite the club's clear desire to retain him for a longer period. According to Italian press reports, Pulisic is demanding guarantees of the team's qualification for the Champions League next season before signing any new contract . Milan is preparing to extend the player's contract beyond 2027, as the club has an option to extend the current agreement, which expires in June 2027, for an additional season. However, reports indicate that negotiations are not progressing well, despite the club's desire to increase Pulisic's salary from €4.4 million to €5.5 million annually in recognition of his outstanding performances since arriving from Chelsea . The Rossoneri management had intended to present a formal renewal offer before the end of the 2024-2025 season, but the player has expressed his dissatisfaction with the team's recent results and prefers to wait for the appointment of a new coach before making any move. The appointment of Massimiliano Allegri has aligned with Pulisic's aspirations, but he still prefers to wait until the team's future becomes clearer, particularly regarding Champions League qualification . Despite the stalled negotiations, neither side feels rushed; staying at the San Siro remains Pulisic's first choice, while Milan continues to hold onto the player without imposing any time pressure on the renewal process.