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With a better performance in the Qatar World Cup, USMNT has given a lot of hope to the fans. The country is also going to host the next editions of Copa America and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This factor has given a huge raise to the popularity and hopes for the team. The team is scrapping to have a head coach while big tournaments are just around the corner. Meanwhile, Folarin Balogun has become one of the most looked-after Potential USMNT prospects.

Balogun has been on the watchlist ever since he put the terror in Ligue 1. Because he is yet to play for a senior team and has played for the USA in younger teams, he is qualified to be a USMNT star. Fans are begging the USMNT to get the star for the national team before he commits to England.

The recent development on this story, however, signs towards him being in contact with the USMNT. Balogun is in the States and is on a tour.

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USMNT Potential prospect teases fans

Balogun is in the USA and is making public appearances visiting matches of their sports. These sightings have got fans talking about if he is in contact with the USMNT. He was spotted in an NBA matchup with Orlando Magic playing against Washington Wizards. Yesterday he was spotted with the Yankees Pitcher, Tommy Kahnle.

Kahnle donned a USMNT t-shirt in their picture together. The signs are there that got the fans talking. Although Balogun is no longer the highest-scoring player in Ligue 1, he is still one of the most terrifying offensive players in the league.

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Not only fans but former players are also begging the USSF to get in touch with the starlet and make the team stronger for the upcoming tournament. Names like former USMNT legend Alexi Lalas have put forward their opinions.

Alexi Lalas talked about Balogun

During his podcast, a couple of weeks back, USMNT veteran Alexi Lalas called Folarin Balogun a position in need for the team. He said “While soccer isn’t king, everybody can understand the importance of recruitment. But, I mean sometimes it is literally that. It’s like show them that you care… So, all right well, I mean he is a goal scorer. He is a position of need and he can play for the US“.

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Do you agree with the take Lalas had? Do you think USMNT will be able to get Balogun? Drop your prediction in the comments below.