Fowler Tips USMNT Ace Pulisic to Fill Salah's Boots at Anfield

As the football world begins to turn its gaze toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, club-level transfer rumors are already serving up some fascinating narratives. According to Football Italia, Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has thrown AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic into the conversation as a stunning potential successor to Anfield icon Mohamed Salah. With Salah’s long-term future at Liverpool a constant subject of speculation, the Reds will eventually need a dynamic, explosive winger to anchor their frontline. Fowler believes the American international, who has completely revitalized his career in Serie A, possesses the exact profile required to thrive under the Anfield lights. Since his move from Chelsea to AC Milan, Pulisic has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing the electrifying pace, elite creativity, and clinical finishing that once made him a wonderkid at Borussia Dortmund. However, the timing of this endorsement extends far beyond domestic European football. For the United States Men's National Team (USMNT), the upcoming 2026 World Cup—co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico—represents the most crucial moment in the program's history. As the undisputed talisman for the Stars and Stripes, the pressure on Pulisic to deliver on home soil will be immense. Fowler’s suggestion brings an intriguing subplot to the tournament buildup: competing in the unforgiving crucible of the Premier League for a historic club like Liverpool could be the exact environment needed to harden Pulisic for global soccer's biggest stage in '26. Pulisic already understands the physical and mental rigors of the English top flight from his turbulent stint at Stamford Bridge. Now, operating with a renewed sense of confidence and tactical maturity in Italy, a return to the Premier League wouldn't just be a redemption arc; it would be a statement of intent. He is entering his prime, and the synergy between his peak athletic years and the 2026 World Cup cycle is undeniable. While AC Milan will undoubtedly fight to keep their prized asset, the lure of Anfield—an arena where attackers are elevated to legendary status—could be too tempting to resist. If Fowler gets his wish, USMNT fans might just have to get very comfortable cheering for the red half of Merseyside as they count down the days to the World Cup kickoff.