Folarin Balogun Expects January Monaco Exit Following Limited Playing Time

USMNT striker Folarin Balogun expects to leave Monaco in January after logging just 152 minutes across six league appearances this season.

United States men’s national team striker Folarin Balogun announced he fully expects to leave Monaco during the January transfer window. The 25-year-old forward has recorded one goal, scored in a 3-1 defeat against Paris FC, while totaling 152 minutes across six league appearances this season. Balogun was initially excluded from Monaco's UEFA Conference League roster before being added later amid uncertainty regarding his status with the club.

The striker confirmed that a previously discussed move to Everton collapsed during the last window after he traveled to the club and found the contract terms had been changed. Balogun stated he did not feel comfortable signing the altered agreement, a decision that caused frustration for both Everton and Monaco. Recent reports in Italy have linked the forward with a potential move to Juventus in January.

Balogun is currently with the USMNT for the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals against Haiti. The first leg is scheduled for Saturday in Miami, followed by a return leg three days later in Cincinnati. The striker, who led the U.S. with three goals during the World Cup, is working under Monaco manager Filipe Luís, who joined the French side from Flamengo during the summer. Balogun also commented on the potential departure of U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino to Manchester United, noting that the Argentine has raised training standards and intensity since taking charge.