Robert Lewandowski Signs with Chicago Fire in MLS Move

Robert Lewandowski has officially signed with Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer, in a move that brings one of Europe's top strikers to the United States. The Polish striker, 37, joins as a Designated Player on a contract through the 2027-28 season, announced on June 29.

The Signing

• Lewandowski left FC Barcelona as a free agent after four seasons, scoring 119 goals in 191 appearances Source: Milenio.
• The deal was finalized after weeks of negotiations and a visit to Chicago by Lewandowski and his agent Pini Zahavi from June 12-15 Source: La Vanguardia.
• While most outlets reported the signing as official, La Vanguardia indicated the agreement was reached pending the formal end of his Barcelona contract on June 30 Source: La Vanguardia.

What This Means for Chicago

• Chicago Fire is third in the Eastern Conference with 26 points and aims to return to glory, having won its only MLS Cup in 1998 Source: Milenio; Infobae.
• Coach Gregg Berhalter said: "His arrival reinforces our ambition to compete for trophies and elevates the standards of the club to heights worthy of this city" Source: Infobae.
• Lewandowski joins other major MLS arrivals such as Antoine Griezmann (Orlando City) and Son Heung-min (LAFC) Source: Milenio.

What's Next