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UEFA Europa Conference League · Midfielder · #15 · Brazil · 36 yrs
Christian is a midfielder. Christian is a Brazilian international, 36 years old, midfielder. Christian wears shirt number 15. Christian was born in Belém, Brazil on 1989-06-14. Christian is 182 cm cm tall and weighs 79 kg kg. Christian's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across UEFA Europa Conference League, Primeira Liga, Friendlies Clubs, Premyer Liqa, and other leagues. Christian's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Christian season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.

Midfielder · #15
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| 2021-09-10 | Free |
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Broadcasting live from Bank of America Stadium after the MLS All-Star Game in Charlotte, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros celebrate MLS's second consecutive win over Liga MX alongside special guests David Gass and Mickey Voll. The episode delves into creative format overhauls for future All-Star Games, Lionel Messi's prospective All-Star debut, Gianni Infantino's FIFA private equity plan, historic jersey sales trends, and the implications of MLS shifting its seasonal schedule.

Manchester United and Arsenal need midfielders, Liverpool should sign a winger and Chelsea require a goalkeeperBy Opta AnalystDeclan Rice was worked to the bone by Arsenal last season, playing 4,456 minutes in all competitions. This showed at points during the World Cup, when the midfielder’s body looked on the verge of breaking down. Arsenal need high-quality reinforcements in the centre of the pitch so Rice can occasionally have a rest. Christian Nørgaard struggled to get on to the park last season, with Mikel Arteta seemingly not trusting the former Brentford captain. An extra midfield option could prove crucial to Arsenal retaining their crown. Continue reading...
After his outstanding performances, Luis Diaz received a contract offer worth €25M per year from Al Hilal. However, he reportedly decided to reject it, focusing on his long-term future at Bayern Munich as a central figure in the project. Luis Diaz has become one of the best players in the world. After his arrival at Bayern Munich, he has reached his best version, scoring 26 goals and providing 23 assists. In addition, the Colombian star has become Harry Kane’s best partner, making the team completely lethal. After this, he received an offer worth €25M per year from Al Hilal. However, he reportedly decided to reject it, continuing with the German side. Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Al Hilal are determined to reinforce their roster in a major way. To do this, they are fully committed to pursuing the signing of Luis Diaz. Therefore, they are open to making an offer between €125-150 million to convince Bayern Munich to let him leave. In addition, the Saudi side is looking to tempt the Colombian star with a net salary of €25M per season. However, he has decided to reject the offer. According to Florian Plettenberg, via X, Luis Diaz has informed Al Hilal of his formal rejection of their €25M-per-year salary offer. Instead, the Colombian star has decided to prioritize his stay at Bayern Munich, as he will be key for head coach Vincent Kompany. In addition, the German side continues to consider him indispensable to its sporting project, so they will not sit down to listen to any more offers for his transfer. Along with this report, Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen publicly denied the Colombian player’s departure: “We’d be stupid, wouldn’t we? We have such a fantastic squad, honestly. Let’s just get the season underway and start scoring some goals,” he said, via Kicker. With this in mind, Luis Diaz will remain as the stellar complement of Harry Kane and Michael Olise, chasing the 2027 UEFA Champions League trophy. Harry Kane of FC Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team’s second goal with teammate Luis Diaz. Luis Diaz may target a historic tenure at Bayern Munich under Kompany Despite not winning the UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich are coming off an impressive season. Under head coach Vincent Kompany, they established a brilliant style of play that dominated offensively. Therefore, Luis Diaz is facing the best opportunity of his career: To establish a historic legacy with Harry Kane and Michael Olise at the German side, while aiming to win a treble in the 2026-27 season. In case he repeats his performances in the 2026-27 season, Luis Diaz could write his name into the history of the German side. With this, he would end the club’s seven-year drought since its last UEFA Champions League title and deliver its first treble in 14 years. With a contract until 2029, the Colombian star is aiming to be a star once again, looking to become a clear Ballon d’Or candidate.
MLS commissioner Don Garber wants to see Christian Pulisic in the league, just as legend Landon Donovan did. MLS commissioner Don Garber made a public pitch for Christian Pulisic to make the jump to Major League Soccer, specifically endorsing NYCFC’s pursuit of the American winger. Speaking on Fox News, Garber didn’t hold back on how big a signing he believes Pulisic would be for the league. “I hope that they could sign a Christian Pulisic. I believe he would be great in our league, and I believe our league would be great for him,” Garber admitted. “Give him an opportunity to do what Landon Donovan did – come to Major League Soccer, spread your wings, be a star,” Garber continued, adding that Pulisic “would be a game changer for our league“. For now, though, Pulisic remains at AC Milan, where his contract runs through June 2027, with the Italian club also holding an option to extend it an additional year. His name has been tied to transfer speculation more than usual this summer, following a rough 2026 World Cup with the United States that ended at the Round of 16 after a loss to Belgium. Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States. (Getty Images) That speculation gained real traction in June, when NYCFC made an approach to sign Pulisic and try to bring him back to his home country. Milan rejected it outright, making clear the winger wasn’t available, a stance club officials have repeated consistently since. Milan’s resolve was tested again more recently when Galatasaray reportedly reached out to gauge Pulisic’s availability, according to Tuttomercatoweb. The Turkish club’s contact amounted to an informational inquiry rather than a formal offer, and Milan gave the same answer they gave NYCFC: Pulisic isn’t for sale. Landon Donovan’s MLS legacy Garber’s comparison points to one of the clearest success stories of an American star returning home in his prime. Landon Donovan originally signed with Bayer Leverkusen in 1999, but he struggled to adapt to life in Germany and spent much of that six-year spell on loan back home with the San Jose Earthquakes. He later returned to Europe for brief loan stints with Bayern Munich and twice with Everton, in 2010 and 2012, impressing enough in the Premier League to leave some wondering whether he’d ever commit to a permanent move abroad. He never did. In 2005, Donovan chose to return to the United States for good, signing with the LA Galaxy, and that decision defined the rest of his career. Rather than chasing a bigger European move, he became the face of MLS: he retired with 145 goals, a tally that stood as the league scoring record until Chris Wondolowski later surpassed it, and he won six MLS Cup titles along with two Supporters’ Shields with the Galaxy in 2010 and 2011. He was named to a record 14 consecutive MLS All-Star Games and won MLS Cup MVP honors twice, in 2003 and 2011, retiring as a champion in his final match, the 2014 MLS Cup final.
With fresh transfer speculation gathering pace, many supporters are now wondering whether the American star could be on the move before the new season begins. Christian Pulisic‘s future has suddenly become one of the biggest talking points of the summer following a frustrating 2026 World Cup campaign with the United States national team. With fresh transfer speculation gathering pace, many supporters are now wondering whether the American star could be on the move before the new season begins. The winger’s tournament was disrupted by injuries, and his difficult finish to the campaign has only intensified the debate surrounding his next step. Reports have now linked him with an unexpected destination, while Milan has reportedly made its position known amid growing interest from abroad. The World Cup began brightly for the 27-year-old, who produced an assist in the opening victory over Paraguay and looked poised to play a leading role for the United States. However, a calf injury forced him to miss the second group-stage match, interrupting his momentum at the worst possible time. He later returned as a substitute against Turkiye before starting the knockout victories over Bosnia and Herzegovina and the eventual defeat to Belgium. Even after returning to the lineup, Pulisic never appeared fully fit, and the tournament ended with reports of a hairline fracture in his leg, putting the start of Milan’s 2026-27 campaign in doubt. Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States. Galatasaray makes contact over Pulisic According to Tuttomercatoweb, Galatasaray contacted Milan to explore the possibility of signing Christian Pulisic during the summer transfer window. The Turkish champion reportedly made an initial inquiry to determine whether negotiations could begin. It is said that Galatasaray has only gathered information about the player’s availability and has yet to submit a formal offer. The club is evaluating whether a future move could become possible if circumstances change later in the transfer window. The Istanbul side has been active in pursuing high-profile additions this summer, having also been linked with Milan forward Rafael Leao. Pulisic has emerged as another player admired by Galatasaray’s recruitment team. Rafael Leao of AC Milan interacts with Christian Pulisic That interest followed earlier speculation linking the American with Major League Soccer. New York City FC had also been credited with exploring a move for the forward, hoping to convince him to return to the United States. Milan’s response becomes clear The Italian club’s answer reportedly arrived quickly. Tuttomercatoweb, however, adds that Milan immediately rejected Galatasaray’s approach and made it clear that Pulisic is not available for transfer. The same response was reportedly given to New York City FC, underlining the club’s determination to retain one of its key attacking players. Despite the winger’s recent struggles, Milan continues to believe he can regain his best form under new head coach Ruben Amorim. Club owner Gerry Cardinale is also said to be firmly against a summer sale, viewing the United States international as an important figure in the club’s long-term plans. Amorim could play a key role as contract situation remains unresolved Although the Rossoneri’s stance appears firm, Pulisic’s contractual situation continues to attract attention. His current agreement runs until June 2027, while the Serie A giant also holds an option to extend it by another year. Renewal discussions have reportedly slowed in recent months, although the club remains optimistic that an extension can eventually be reached. Christian Pulisic (left) and Ruben Amorim (right) Several reports indicate that Milan intends to reopen talks once Pulisic returns to Italy after his summer break. The expectation is that Ruben Amorim’s arrival could also play a significant role in convincing the American to continue his career at San Siro. One of Milan’s biggest reasons for optimism
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros look ahead to Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, reviewing tactical matchups, betting lines with Ben Fawkes, and community-driven tournament initiatives with New York World Cup Czar Maya Handa. The guys lock in their personal score predictions before handing out their official tournament superlatives, naming everything from their favorite under-the-radar goals and breakout stars like Folarin Balogun to the biggest controversies and villains of this historic cycle.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to Spain's dominant 2-0 semifinal victory over France, breaking down the tactical mastery of Luis de la Fuente and the official conclusion of the Didier Deschamps era. Joined by football icon Ian Wright, the show balances hilarious living room headbutts and crucial technical striker advice for Folarin Balogun with hard-hitting analysis of the tournament's latest VAR controversies. To close, the guys deliver lineup breakdowns and official score predictions for the legendary England vs. Argentina semifinal clash.
Pulisic's future appears to depend on one key factor, making the coming weeks crucial for both player and club. Christian Pulisic faces one of the most important moments of his AC Milan career after a difficult year on and off the pitch, while Ruben Amorim prepares to reshape the Rossoneri with a new vision. The United States international has battled injuries, struggled for consistency, and is now weighing a long-term commitment as Milan begins a new era under its recently appointed head coach. His future, however, appears to depend on one key factor, making the coming weeks crucial for both player and club. The American star entered 2026 with high expectations but endured a frustrating campaign for both club and country. After failing to score during the World Cup and suffering another injury before the tournament concluded, Pulisic now faces an extended recovery period while also deciding whether Milan remains the right place for the next chapter of his career. Pulisic’s World Cup ended in disappointment after he suffered a bone bruise and a microfracture involving his lower leg during the United States’ Round of 16 defeat to Belgium. Medical examinations reportedly confirmed the injury, with expectations that he will spend between four and six weeks on the sidelines before returning to training. The setback capped an exhausting tournament in which the Rossoneri winger was already managing fitness concerns. Earlier in the competition, calf problems limited his playing time, forcing the United States to carefully manage his workload before he eventually returned for the knockout rounds. La sequenza che ha portato all’infortunio di Pulisic la scorsa notte contro il Belgio #Milan pic.twitter.com/LBFtIgtu8J— Francesco Nasato (@FraNasato) July 7, 2026 It’s been reported that the injury occurred after a collision during an attacking move against Belgium. Although the 27-year-old initially attempted to continue, he was eventually substituted as the Americans crashed out of the tournament. Milan still planning for Pulisic’s return Despite the disappointing World Cup, Milan remains committed to the American international. Club medical staff are reportedly working alongside U.S. Soccer to oversee his rehabilitation, with the target of having him available for preseason training in August. If everything proceeds according to schedule, Pulisic could still be fit for Milan’s Serie A opener later in the summer. That timeline has eased fears of a long-term absence, allowing the Rossoneri to focus on integrating him into Amorim’s tactical plans. Even so, the injury arrived after an already disappointing campaign. Pulisic finished the 2025-26 Serie A season with eight goals and four assists, but his form dipped dramatically over the final months, failing to score across his final 19 league appearances. Christian Pulisic of AC Milan celebrates after scoring a goal. The key factor behind Pulisic’s contract decision Before committing his future to Milan, Pulisic reportedly wants to fully evaluate Ruben Amorim’s sporting project at the club, as per The Athletic. The American’s current contract runs until 2027, while the Italian side also holds an option to extend the agreement by another season. Club executives, however, reportedly hope to secure him on a much longer deal running through either 2030 or 2031. With his 28th birthday approaching in September, Pulisic understands that his next contract could be the last major agreement of his career. Reports suggest he prefers to take his time before making such an important decision rather than rushing into an extension. The situation has also changed dramatically since he departed for the World Cup. Milan now has new leadership, a new coaching staff, and an entirely different sporting direction under Amorim, making the coming months an important evaluation period for the American. While uncertainty surrounds Pulisic’s contract, Amorim has already publicly declared the American indispensable. “Pul
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros go late-night on the ground in Miami to deliver a comprehensive live reaction to a wild day of World Cup quarterfinal action. The guys break down the regulatory madness of Breel Embolo's simulation red card in Argentina's tight 3-1 win over Switzerland, alongside the twin controversies of overturned goals and stadium skycam cable strikes during England's grueling 2-1 extra-time win over Norway. Evaluating standout masterclasses from Julián Álvarez and Jude Bellingham against an isolated, hobbling Erling Haaland, the hosts hand out final tournament grades to the exiting underdogs before dropping official score predictions for the locked-in Spain vs. France and England vs. Argentina semifinal blockbusters.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros go live from Boston to react to France's commanding 2-0 quarterfinal win over Morocco, highlighting Kylian Mbappé’s evolved leadership, Ousmane Dembélé’s scoring streak, and Didier Deschamps' historic win record. The guys evaluate a rough defensive outing for Morocco, unpack the high-stakes Golden Boot race between Mbappé and Lionel Messi following Argentina's chaotic comeback against Egypt, and deliver official score predictions for the highly anticipated Spain vs. Belgium heavyweight matchup.
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