Hirving Lozano's San Diego Future in Doubt After Brother's Critique

Controversy surrounds Mexican winger's conduct and professionalism, raising concerns about his MLS and international prospects.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano, the Mexican winger playing for San Diego FC, is facing public criticism from his own brother, Bryan Lozano, who has openly questioned Hirving's attitude and behavior. Bryan's remarks allege that Hirving's rude and arrogant conduct has caused conflicts with multiple coaching staffs during his career, including at Napoli, PSV Eindhoven, and now San Diego FC. This family dispute emerges amid growing uncertainty about Hirving's future with San Diego FC and potential impact on his chances of making Mexico's 2026 World Cup squad.

Why it matters

The public fallout within Lozano's family and the growing doubts about his standing in both club and international football reflect deeper tensions surrounding his career. These issues could limit his opportunities in Major League Soccer and potentially impact his role in Mexico's national squad, especially with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon.

The details

Bryan Lozano pointed to specific incidents, saying that at Napoli, Hirving 'had problems with Gattuso and the coaching staff' and at PSV 'he had them too.' Bryan added that Hirving is 'rude and arrogant, and that leads nowhere. That has influenced the fact that many people don't really want him.' Reports indicate that Hirving may no longer be part of San Diego FC's future plans despite being under contract until 2028, and Bryan suggested that his brother's behavior has complicated his standing within the MLS team. Beyond club troubles, Bryan Lozano expressed worries about Hirving's relationship with the Mexico national team, saying his brother has become distant from family and harder to reach personally as his career progressed, suggesting that disciplinary problems with the national side may jeopardize his participation in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

  • Hirving Lozano is currently under contract with San Diego FC until 2028.
  • The 2026 World Cup is on the horizon.

The players

Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano

A Mexican winger playing for San Diego FC in MLS, currently facing public criticism from his own brother.

Bryan Lozano

Hirving Lozano's brother, who has openly questioned Hirving's attitude and behavior in an interview with ESPN.

Gennaro Gattuso

Former Napoli manager, who reportedly had problems with Hirving Lozano during his time at the club.

Mikey Varas

The head coach of San Diego FC, who has cast doubt on Hirving Lozano's future with the team.

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What they’re saying

“At Napoli, he had problems with Gattuso and the coaching staff. At PSV he had them too.”

— Bryan Lozano (ESPN)

“He's rude and arrogant, and that leads nowhere. That has influenced the fact that many people don't really want him.”

— Bryan Lozano (ESPN)

“Even if he earns a lot in San Diego, it's not worth having someone like that in the locker room.”

— Bryan Lozano (ESPN)

“Very few teams would take the risk of signing him, knowing what has happened before.”

— Bryan Lozano (ESPN)

What’s next

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The takeaway

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