The future of Hirving “Chucky” Lozano has become one of the hottest topics in the market for 2026. Although his name has been linked with a possible return to Liga MX, especially with teams such as Cruz Azul and Pachuca, recent reports indicate that the Mexican player has no interest in leaving MLS, which further complicates his situation with San Diego FC.
According to public statements cited in reports, both head coach Mikey Varas and sporting director Tyler Heaps communicated that Chucky Lozano is no longer part of the club’s sporting plan for the 2026 season, even though the attacker is under contract. San Diego FC also originally announced in 2024 that Lozano was its first Designated Player and that he signed a contract through the end of the 2028 season, with optional years.
Does Lozano want to leave? Reports say otherwise
Amidst the uncertainty, information attributed to journalist Fabrizio Romano states that Chucky Lozano “does not plan or want to leave” the club in this transfer window.
This opens a complex scenario: if San Diego no longer has him, but the player does not want to change teams, the exit becomes a difficult negotiation.
This explains why the “novel” continues to grow:
The club would have to find a solution that works for both parties, either through a transfer, a contractual arrangement or a negotiated exit.
Your contract and its market value
Another key factor is the economic issue.
Chucky Lozano is one of the highest paid players, and his contract running until 2028 means that any changes require clear agreements.
Especially if the player wishes to respect his current bond.
As for the cost of a possible transfer, different reports have recalled that San Diego FC invested heavily to bring him from Europe.
This also makes it difficult for another club to pay a similar figure for a player who in 2026 is already approaching 30 years of age (depending on the date).
He would be not interested in leaving the MLS
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How did it go with San Diego FC?
Chucky Lozano arrived as the main figure of the project and played a direct role with goals and assists during the season.
However, his year also had reports of internal conflict in the locker room and sporting decisions that ended up affecting his role in important moments.
This context is what ends up triggering the current situation:
A player with media weight, a long contract and a club that no longer considers him.
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