It has been a tough journey for US soccer star Christian Pulisic at Chelsea. Just when he starts gaining his playing momentum, the attacker gets himself on the injury list.
After coming back from the world cup, Pulisic was expecting to become an integral part of Graham Potter’s side. The World Cup scorer was looking to kickstart his new career by getting himself back into the starting XI. However, things went south for the former Borrusia Dortmund man once again.
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The US star will be out of action for many weeks after getting hit with yet another injury. The 24-year-old returned to domestic action against Manchester City after enduring a decent World Cup. However, he was forced out on the pitch in just 22 minutes as Chelsea lost 1-0 against Pep Guardiola’s side.
Pulisic suffered damage to his right knee and is expected to be out for around two months. Therefore, he got his name on the injury list alongside Reece James, Raheem Sterling, Kante, Fofana, and Chilwell. Besides missing club soccer, he will also miss the international friendlies against Serbia and Columbia.
Fans react to US soccer star’s injury
Pulisic will now be out for a few months, and fans have taken the internet down with his latest blow.
Time to move on. Pulisic will not lead the umsnt to any glory with his injuries. Its constant. Someone else needs to step up, and soon enough pulisic will be out of the national team picture all together
— Dr. Fauci (@jakUbak2mars) January 11, 2023
STOP THE CAP BRO
— marisa (@marisaonfilm) January 11, 2023
One fan gave his advice to the Blues forward.
Bro needs to hit the gym before 2026
— Ethan (Brian Daboll Enthusiast) (@RJ4AllStar2023) January 11, 2023
While another Chelsea fan had a few strong words since his arrival at the club. Some believe his time at the club is pretty much over.
Why didn't you just leave Chelsea on the first day of January man. I can't believe this 💔
— Barça DNA🧬✨ (@PPMBARCA) January 11, 2023
Time at Chelsea is sadly over, now
— General Frank Lampard III CFC (@vaphreak) January 11, 2023
Crazy when he gets a run of games, he gets injured. Rinse repeat
— Nicco Mastrangelo (@nicdabeat) January 11, 2023
Pulisic’s career up in the air?
While some Chelsea fans are ranting on the internet about Pulisic’s injury, others are on cloud nine after their recent signing. The Blues acquired the signing of Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix. The Portuguese will join the Premier League side on loan until the end of the season for a fee of USD 10.75 million.
The signing said his first words after joining the club, “Chelsea is one of the great teams in the world and I hope to help the team reach their objectives, so I am very, very happy to be here and very excited to play at Stamford Bridge.”
O novo 1️⃣1️⃣ do Chelsea @joaofelix70 pic.twitter.com/TiR2fOsWRI
— B24 (@B24PT) January 11, 2023
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Felix joins a long list of attackers, including Sterling, Havertz, Ziyech, and transfer-bound Aubameyang. The club also welcomed 20-year-old Ivory Coast forward David Datro Fofana and French defender Benoît Badiashile. Felix’s arrival is a relief after looking at Pulisic’s injury. And it has once again brought his future into the air, with Chelsea not happy with the attacker’s history of constant injuries.
Graham Potter’s side is already looking to bolster its lineup after making recent acquisitions. And, due to squad overhauling, they will be working on a few other exits as well. Pulisic’s latest injury has somehow changed Chelsea’s mind about the decision.
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