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Mauricio Pochettino shows support for Folarin Balogun ahead of USMNT friendlies after failed Everton move and uncertain future
After his failed move to Everton and currently sidelined from AS Monaco squad, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino showed his support to team star Folarin Balogun. Folarin Balogun emerged as one of the central figures of the 2026 summer transfer window following the deadline-day collapse of his proposed move to Everton.
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Folarin Balogun transfer latest news: AS Monaco could turn to Saudi Pro League after Everton move collapses
India, Sept. 7 -- Folarin Balogun could have another opportunity to leave AS Monaco despite the collapse of his proposed Everton transfer on deadline day, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a potential destination.
While Folarin Balogun is currently a Monaco player after canceling an Everton move, he won't be taking part in Friday's match vs. PSG.
Everton fan Sarah Halpen has criticised the club's hierarchy for being "reactive" rather than "proactive" in the summer transfer window. The Toffees' business, which saw a £40m deal for forward Folarin Balogun collapse late on deadline day,
Monaco's sporting director says U.S. striker Folarin Balogun pulled out of a deal to join Everton in the final minutes of European soccer's summer transfer window because he felt uncomfortable that the English club raised doubts about his health in a medical check.
Monaco's CEO said Folarin Balogun felt mistreated by Everton after the Premier League club found issues in his medical.
Everton manager David Moyes has opened up on a turbulent conclusion to the summer transfer window, admitting he has been forced to "live with disappointments" following a series of failed moves. The Toffees boss saw a high-profile deal for USMNT striker Folarin Balogun fall through at the final hour while losing a key creative spark to Manchester City.