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‘Pulisic isn't a wing-back, he doesn't have a defensive bone in his body!’ - Chelsea’s use of USMNT star puzzles Johnson


 A talented American has been used in a number of different positions this season, but he is expected to prove his worth in a natural attacking berth


Christian Pulisic’s versatility has been put to good use at Chelsea this season, with the United States international being asked to fill a number of different roles, but Glen Johnson says the 23-year-old is definitely not a wing-back as he “doesn’t have a defensive bone in his body”.


A man more at home in a wide attacking berth would probably agree with that, but Pulisic has been doing his bit for the collective cause of late after being moved into striking and defensive berths rather than his typical winger role by Blues boss Thomas Tuchel.


He has not looked entirely comfortable in either new position, when operating as a false nine or as an advanced full-back, and Johnson believes a long-term future will be earned by a talented USMNT star once he has overcome form and fitness issues to prove himself back in a more natural position.

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