After a season hampered by injuries, U.S. international Folarin Balogun finally has the opportunity to work under the former Chelsea manager.
The striker is determined to make a strong impression during his first camp with the USMNT.
"I think with Mauricio coming in, the objective was clear that he wanted to bring the group forward," Balogun told reporters.
"So as players, it's no surprise for us to be competing for places and positions. I think it's something we've done all our careers, and everyone wants to make an impression, and I think that's just natural.
“(The World Cup) is such a big competition coming in 10 months, it's important to leave your mark."
Balogun last found the net for the U.S. in a 2-1 Copa America defeat to Panama, having opened his international scoring account with a goal in a 2-0 victory over Canada in 2023.