United States manager Gregg Berhalter has backed 'fighter' Christian Pulisic to prove his worth as speculation continues over the Chelsea forward's future.
A big-money signing from Borussia Dortmund in 2019, the 23-year-old has become frustrated at the lack of starts he is making under Thomas Tuchel.
The looming winter World Cup has sharpened Pulisic's focus and he is reported to be of interest to a variety of clubs, from Manchester United and Newcastle to Atletico Madrid and Juventus.
The US captain could still end up staying put and Berhalter believes he will come good even if he remains with Chelsea until the tournament gets under way in Qatar.