According to ESPN Soccer, Márquez believes Lozano can still offer Mexico something more, despite the 31-year-old's absence from the national team since a friendly with Uruguay in November 2025. Lozano was left out of the roster for this summer's World Cup and has been in a period of exile from the first team of San Diego FC amid off-field tensions dating back to last year. However, he has since joined the LA Galaxy on an initial loan deal and has produced one goal and one assist in his first eight appearances.
Márquez's comments come as Mexico seeks to build off a spirited World Cup showing that ended with a dramatic 3-2 loss to England in the round of 16. The team will face Colombia on Saturday, followed by matches against Peru, the United States, and Chile.