The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

The European transfer window is largely set to close on Sept. 1, which means it's business time for both clubs and players looking to potentially improve their circumstances. While much appears to be settled for players in the U.S. men's national team pool, there are still some uncertainties.

Yunus Musah was reportedly set to head to Atalanta, but a new development might force him to stay with the Norwich's Josh Sargent might be the most in-form striker in England right now, but his rising price tag means he might remain in the Championship.

And Griffin Yow has had difficulty finding a way out of Westerlo, but a return to the U.S. might be in the cards. 

GOAL tracks all of the American player movements in the USMNT Transfer Notebook, a recurring feature covering the latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool.

Get the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowGetty Images SportInjury might force Musah to stay in Milan

After reports of a complex transfer involving four teams, Musah appeared to be close to a reported $29.2 million move Atalanta. Then a training ground injury changed everything. 

A collision between Mexico international Santi Gimenez and central midfielder Ardon Jashari resulted in an injury for Jashari. The Swiss international was determined to have a compound fracture in his right fibula. Milan had high hopes for the 23-year-old, for which Milan parted with a hefty sum of $43.1 million to Club Brugge.

Now with Jashari set to miss at least eight weeks, manager Max Allegri might be compelled to keep Musah, according to Sky Italia. The midfielder didn't play in Milan's opener, but he could factor a lot more following this development.

AdvertisementAFPSt. Louis to start rebuild around Yow?

Yow's desire to leave Westerlo has been clear, but he's had difficulty finding suitors in Europe to secure a move. While his aim is to remain abroad, his contract is expiring next summer and it could spark interest from MLS.

According to Tom Bogert, one team to monitor is St. Louis CITY SC. The club has not met expectations following its inspired inaugural campaign, firing both two head coaches and its sporting director in the past two seasons. The club is expected to go after Yow next season if he doesn't find a suitor abroad before then.

GettySargent staying in Norwich for now?

Josh Sargent's strong run of form to start the season – scoring four goals in four games – has led to Norwich raising his price tag. The move has essentially locked in what they wanted: keeping their star striker. 

Local outlet Pink Un expects Josh Sargent will stay with the club during this transfer window unless it is blown away by an offer it can't refuse.

Getty ImagesMLS clubs tracking Rokas Pukstas

U.S. youth international Rokas Pukstas might not generate a lot of headlines, but make no mistake, MLS clubs are watching the Hadjuk Split star. Transfermarkt reports an unnamed MLS club bid $7 million on the striker. 

And while Split accepted the deal, he ultimately turned it down – preferring to stay in Europe. Yet, several outlets are reporting that interest on the continent is building for the 21-year-old, who hails from Stillwater, Oklahoma.