After a falling out with San Diego FC, Lozano had been without professional minutes until his move to the LA Galaxy in August. The 30-year-old winger is currently on loan with the Galaxy from San Diego FC. His inclusion in the Mexico squad comes after a near-year absence from international football.
Lozano's return to the Mexico squad is a significant boost for Rafael Marquez, who is looking to take the team to "another level" after the foundation built in the previous cycle. Marquez has been supported by a group of experienced people, including new assistant coach Andrés Guardado, who joins the coaching staff.
The Mexico squad will soon take part in friendlies against Colombia, Peru, the United States, and Chile. Without key attacking figures Raúl Jiménez and Julián Quiñones, who were left off the September/October call-up due to injuries, the team will now be led by players such as teen superstar Gilberto Mora, World Cup standout Érik Lira, and new Porto addition Santiago Gimenez.
Among the clubs represented, Liga MX's Chivas have the most call-ups with a total of six. The Mexico squad will look to build on the foundation laid in the previous cycle, with Marquez at the helm.