Chicago Fire signs Polish striker Robert Lewandowski

Chicago Fire announced the signing of Polish forward Robert Lewandowski as a Designated Player, using one of the club's international roster slots. The contract runs through the 2027/28 MLS season. Lewandowski arrives as a free agent after four seasons with FC Barcelona, having previously starred for Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. Club director and senior coach Greg Berhalter said the acquisition reflects the team's ambition to compete for titles and raise the club’s standards.

Barcelona confirmed Lewandowski’s departure and are reportedly pursuing Serbian striker Dušan Vlahović as a replacement, with negotiations underway for a potential €40 million offer to Juventus.

The move marks a high‑profile addition to Major League Soccer and underscores the league’s growing ability to attract elite international talent.