Recent statements from Jimmy and Jamie Lozano have intensified the talk around Julián Quiñones’s prospects with the Mexican national team. Lozano, who is guiding the squad, hinted that the September FIFA window could be pivotal for Quiñones, especially with upcoming fixtures against Australia and Uzbekistan in view. The coach underscored that Quiñones is eligible and would be considered just like any other player, should his form and passion line up with the team’s needs.
Lozano emphasized that Quiñones is Mexican by heritage, and that status is not a barrier. If the forward shows high energy and continues to perform at a top level, he will be part of the selection process. This stance reflects a broader principle in national-team selection where loyalty to national eligibility and current competitive form both hold weight. In a recent interview with TUDN, Lozano reinforced that Quiñones has long been on the radar and that his inclusion would depend on ongoing demonstrations of commitment and quality.
Quiñones began the naturalization process in June, signaling that he could be ready to join the Tricolor by September if his paperwork advances smoothly. The possibility of a call has persisted since Diego Cocca’s era, when discussions around bolstering the squad with a versatile attacker resurfaced. The September window presents a real opportunity for Quiñones to showcase his readiness and to earn a place in the squad for the upcoming matches.
Looking ahead, the coming weeks will be decisive for Quiñones’s international career. Reports suggest that the Colombian national team coach, Néstor Lorenzo, is weighing a potential approach to bring the striker into their plans for the next FIFA dates as well. This parallel interest adds a layer of urgency to Quiñones’s performances at club level and his ability to navigate dual-national possibilities with clarity and ambition.