2024-25 Champions League: All USMNT Players to Watch
The 2024-25 UEFA Champions League season is upon us, and with it comes a plethora of talent from around the globe. Among the stars vying for the coveted trophy are a handful of American players looking to make their mark on the world's biggest club competition.
Here's a breakdown of all the USMNT players who could be involved in the Champions League this season:
Premier League:
- Christian Pulisic (AC Milan): After a successful loan spell, Pulisic made a permanent move to AC Milan in the summer. He'll look to continue his development in Serie A and potentially lead the Rossoneri to Champions League success.
- Tyler Adams (Bournemouth): Adams, a key player for the USMNT, joined Bournemouth in the summer, aiming to help them establish themselves in the Premier League. With Bournemouth's participation in the Europa Conference League, it's possible that Adams could get a taste of continental competition.
- Weston McKennie (Chelsea): McKennie returned to England after a loan spell at Leeds United and now joins Chelsea on loan, hoping to make an impact at Stamford Bridge. While Chelsea's focus will be on the Champions League, McKennie's involvement may depend on his place in the squad.
La Liga:
- Gio Reyna (Dortmund): Reyna, a promising young talent, continues to be a key figure for Dortmund. Despite a couple of injury-ridden seasons, he's still a crucial player for the German club. Dortmund will be aiming for a deep run in the Champions League, and Reyna will have a key role to play.
- Sergiño Dest (PSV Eindhoven): Dest had a mixed spell at AC Milan, and he's now on loan with PSV Eindhoven. With PSV aiming for a strong finish in the Eredivisie, they will need Dest to be at his best if they want to qualify for the Champions League.
Bundesliga:
- Josh Sargent (Norwich City): Sargent enjoyed a prolific season with Norwich City, helping them secure promotion back to the Premier League. While Norwich City isn't currently participating in the Champions League, their Premier League return could see them potentially qualify for the competition in future seasons.
Other Leagues:
- Timothy Weah (Lille): Weah is a key player for Lille, and he'll be aiming to help them achieve a successful season in Ligue 1. While Lille doesn't have a guaranteed Champions League spot, they've shown the capability to qualify for the competition in the past.
- Yunus Musah (Valencia): Musah, a versatile midfielder, remains a key figure for Valencia. While Valencia's recent performances haven't been consistent enough for a Champions League return, Musah's individual talent could play a role if the club finds form.
USMNT Prospects:
- Malik Tillman (Bayern Munich): Tillman is a rising star who spent the second half of last season on loan at Rangers, helping them reach the Europa League final. He's back at Bayern Munich, but might get a chance for a loan spell in the Champions League.
Potential for Growth:
The list of American players participating in the Champions League is constantly evolving, and the 2024-25 season is likely to see more USMNT stars join the ranks. The increasing popularity of American players in Europe, combined with the growing strength of the USMNT, suggests that the future holds even more opportunities for American players to shine on the biggest stage of club football.
Keep your eyes peeled for these players and others as they compete for glory in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League.
