Robert Lewandowski is heading to Chicago. The 37-year-old Polish striker, widely regarded as one of the most lethal finishers in football history, has signed a two-year contract with Major League Soccer’s Chicago Fire FC that will run through the summer of 2028.
The club announced the deal on June 29, 2026. Lewandowski arrives as a free agent following the expiration of his contract with Barcelona, and he will occupy a Designated Player spot, placing him among the highest-paid players in the league.
From Barcelona to the Windy City
Lewandowski visited Chicago in June 2026 before putting pen to paper. Discussions about the move had reportedly been ongoing since December 2025, meaning this wasn’t a last-minute scramble. It was a courtship that lasted roughly six months.
Chicago Fire FC president and head coach Gregg Berhalter framed the signing as a statement of ambition, emphasizing that bringing in Lewandowski reflects the club’s desire to compete for trophies and raise its competitive standards within MLS.
