Supporters of the United States Men’s National Team have been following Folarin Balogun for a few years, hoping the tri-national will commit to the program. The 20-year-old striker was considered a top prospect in the Arsenal academy, a constant scoring threat and exciting talent. He has struggled to break into the first team and recently embarked on a loan to Middlesbrough in pursuit of regular playing time. The next few months could dictate his immediate future, whether proving himself to the parent club or leading to a departure.
Balogun was born in New York City to Nigerian parents and moved to England at the age of two.