The Shocking Reason Christian Pulisic Is Benched for Milan Against Lazio – What’s Really Going On?

Amorim has also made it clear that Pulisic’s reputation will not automatically put him ahead of a teammate who is performing well. “I won’t remove anyone who’s doing well just to name a player. This is my way of managing the group, and I’ll die with these principles,” the Portuguese coach said.

That is the central reason Pulisic is starting on the bench against Lazio: his recovery is being managed while Cisse has earned the opportunity to keep his place. Cisse has scored twice in Milan’s opening three league matches, giving Amorim little reason to disrupt a player who has responded so well to his chance.

Amorim actually likes Pulisic’s frustration

There is, however, an important positive for Pulisic. Amorim has admitted that the American is unhappy about his lack of playing time, but rather than viewing that frustration negatively, the coach sees it as evidence of the competitive mentality he wants from his players. “Pulisic is upset at the moment because he has zero minutes, and I love that,” Amorim said. “I love that in my players. But he’s ready to play.”

Christian Pulisic of AC Milan shoots whilst under pressure against Lazio

The coach also confirmed that the winger should finally see action against Lazio, even if he is not given a starting role. “I think you guys are going to see Pulisic; I don’t know if he is going to start or he’s going to get on the pitch from the bench. I think he’s going to play at least a few minutes now and I like Pulisic,” Amorim told reporters.

That promise gives the American star something tangible to look forward to. After three consecutive unused-substitute appearances, his Serie A debut of the season is expected to come against Lazio, with a second-half appearance likely if his physical condition allows it.

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