The 25-year-old scored three goals in North America as the United States advanced to the round of 16, where his tournament took an unwanted turn during a controversial defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Balogun was sent off in that last-32 tie for a foul on Bosnian defender Tarik Muharemovic, but his suspension was subsequently lifted by FIFA's disciplinary committee ahead of the USA's next match, after US President Donald Trump personally called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of the decision.
The intervention became a global talking point, though it ultimately amounted to little more than a footnote once the USA were eliminated by Belgium — even as it ensured Balogun's name resonated well beyond football circles.
Formed in Arsenal's academy, Balogun has spent the past three seasons at Monaco, where he remains under contract until 2028, but all indications point to a departure from the principality before the end of the summer.
Juventus are understood to be the best-placed suitors, with Luciano Spalletti's side keen to add a player who would elevate their attacking options despite already having Jonathan David and Loïs Openda on their books, along with the recent arrival of promising 19-year-old Jeff Ekhator.
Monaco, though, are not willing to let Balogun leave for less than €50m, a figure that may test Juventus's financial capacity.
Sunderland's interest places them alongside Borussia Dortmund as clubs monitoring Balogun's situation from a level below Juventus, but both are seen as offering genuinely interesting options for the American forward given his standout displays over the summer.
Balogun struggled to make an impact in the defeat to Belgium, arguably weighed down by the attention surrounding him in the build-up, but his overall tournament form left little doubt about his quality, ensuring suitors across multiple leagues will continue to monitor how his situation at Monaco develops in the coming weeks.