Christian Pulisic, the rising star of Team USA and AC Milan, finds it quite amusing when fans compare him to basketball legend LeBron James. He recently shared in an interview with Sports Illustrated that being called “the LeBron James of soccer” is more of a funny meme to him rather than a serious comparison.

Pulisic and James share a mutual admiration for each other, evident when Pulisic sported a James jersey at the 2018 NBA Finals. Their bond grew stronger when James posted a photo of himself in a Team USA Pulisic jersey on Instagram. The comparison between the two athletes first surfaced on an episode of Pawn Stars, where Pulisic was likened to the “LeBron James of soccer.”

In a recent interview with GQ Sports, Pulisic reiterated that the comparison is all in good fun. While he doesn’t see himself as the LeBron James of soccer, he appreciates the lighthearted nature of the comparison. Pulisic’s main focus is on making a meaningful impact in the sport and contributing to its growth, rather than seeking fame like James.

After an impressive season with AC Milan, where he scored 12 goals and provided nine assists in 30 games, Pulisic is currently in talks for a contract extension that could potentially keep him at the club until 2028 or 2029. This underlines his significance to the team and his potential to continue making waves in the world of soccer.