VIDEO: USMNT star Christian Pulisic reveals surprising trio of players who influenced him as he snubs Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo

United States international Christian Pulisic has revealed which three players influenced him – with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed.

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• Pulisic starring for USA and AC Milan
• Names footballing trio that influenced him
• Snubs all-time greats Messi and Ronaldo

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  AC Milan star Pulisic was asked which players had a big impact on shaping his game, with the 25-year-old revealing some surprising answers. The winger chose Portugal icon Luis Figo, ex-Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney and compatriot Clint Dempsey, while Messi and Ronaldo did not make the cut.

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• WHAT CHRISTIAN PULISIC SAID

  When asked which three players have influenced his style of play, he told the USMNT's official Instagram: "Luis Figo… I would say, this is a weird one, but I love Wayne Rooney, and for the last one I'll go with Clint Dempsey."

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Pulisic is currently plying his trade at Milan after leaving Chelsea for £17 million ($21.6m) and he has impressed in his debut season in Italian football. Hehas scored 15 goals, bagged nine assists and barely missed a game for the Rossoneri. If he keeps up his strong form, Pulisic is likely to inspire many other up-and-coming players in years to come.