Liverpool eye stunning swoop for former Chelsea winger amid contract doubt

Liverpool are closely monitoring the situation of AC Milan forward Christian Pulisic as uncertainty grows over his future at the San Siro.

The Premier League giants are reportedly keeping tabs on the United States captain following his resurgence in Serie A.

Pulisic has less than 18 months remaining on his current deal in Italy.

Contract stand-off alerts Reds

According to reports from Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, the Anfield club are ready to pounce should the winger fail to agree fresh terms.

The 27-year-old’s contract expires in 2027, though Milan hold a unilateral option to extend this until 2028.

Despite being happy in Italy, the former Chelsea man is yet to receive the extension offer he was expecting.

This delay has opened the door for suitors to circle the in-form attacker.

Pulisic has been instrumental for the Rossoneri this term, netting 10 goals and providing two assists in just 20 appearances across all competitions.

United firm on Rashford fee

Manchester United have told Barcelona they will not accept a penny less than the agreed €30m option to make Marcus Rashford’s move permanent.

The England forward has impressed during his loan spell at the Camp Nou.

Catalan giants Barca are keen to keep the striker but hope to negotiate a lower fee for a long-term deal.

Old Trafford chiefs have dismissed this possibility, insisting the current valuation is already generous.

If the La Liga leaders fail to pay the full amount, the 28-year-old will be forced to return to Manchester.

Toffees star identified as replacement

Should Rashford depart, United have identified Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye as their primary target.

The Red Devils are currently the frontrunners to sign the Senegal international, despite heavy interest from elsewhere.

Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham are also tracking the winger.

Ndiaye has insisted he remains committed to the Toffees’ push for European football, despite the intensifying speculation.

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