Chelsea refuse to loan Pulisic who could miss World Cup round of 16

It's World Cup time and that means that news at club and national team level coexist on a daily basis. The star of two stories this week is Christian Pulisic, who scored the winning goal in the USA's victory over Iran to seal their place in the last 16. It so happens that he has a pelvic contusion and Chelsea have made a decision on his future.

The 'Daily Mail' reports that the Stamford Bridge offices, who are aware of the interest in their player, have decided that, if they have to accept his departure, they would prefer it to be a transfer, not a loan. In this way, the club will obtain a potentially significant financial injection depending on the capabilities of the suitor who signs him.

Regarding the injury, his country's federation confirmed, through their social networks, the ailment already mentioned in the first paragraph of this article. It is very bad news for his coach, who considers him to be a key part of his plans and who. Now, he will have to pay attention to his daily progress to know if he will be able to use him in the last 16, where an impressive Netherlands await.

"Update: striker Christian Pulisic has been diagnosed with a pelvic contusion and his status is day-to-day," reads the tweet. In the United States, the fans are quite concerned about this issue. That's why they have sent dozens, even hundreds of messages of support for their star to recover as soon as possible and of regret for his possible absence against the 'Oranje'.