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Galatasaray make Christian Pulisic summer transfer priority amid Chelsea uncertainty

Galatasaray have made Christian Pulisic their number one transfer target ahead of the summer transfer window, according to reports in Turkey.

Pulisic is facing a hectic summer amid uncertainty over his future at Stamford Bridge. The USMNT star's contract is due to expire at the end of next season, leaving both parties with a decision to make this year.

Chelsea face either allowing the 24-year-old to leave this summer or risk losing him on a free transfer in 12 months. With Mykhailo Mudryk and Noni Madueke arriving in January, Pulisic finds himself with fierce competition.

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Mauricio Pochettino's imminent arrival could alter Pulisic's circumstances in England. However, Todd Boehly is facing another overhaul of the playing squad in west London and there could be at least 10 players sold.

Napoli, Newcastle and AC Milan have all been linked with a move for the winger, but Galatasaray could swoop in sooner. According to Fanatik, Okan Buruk wants to bring Pulisic to Istanbul to replace Dries Mertens.

Mertens has recently turned 36 and is expected to play a bit-part role next season. Galatasaray within touching distance of winning the Super Lig title, marking their return to the Champions League.

The report from Turkey claims Pulisic is Cimbom's top target, overtaking Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan.

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