Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire transfer as ex-Barcelona striker prepares to join Lionel Messi in MLS
Polish striker Robert Lewandowski agrees to join Chicago Fire, mirroring Lionel Messi’s MLS move
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The brief
Robert Lewandowski, the Polish forward and former Barcelona striker, has agreed to a transfer with MLS side Chicago Fire, according to multiple sources. Coverage highlights the signing as a “massive international” addition for Chicago Fire and draws a parallel to Lionel Messi’s earlier MLS arrival, with outlets such as FOX 32 Chicago, BBC, Yahoo Sports and ESPN emphasizing the blockbuster nature of the deal.
Reports note that the club is finalizing the agreement; observers will watch for an official club announcement and registration confirmation in the coming days.
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Quick answers
Which club is Robert Lewandowski joining?
He is set to join Chicago Fire FC in Major League Soccer.
What previous club did Lewandowski play for that is mentioned in the coverage?
He is described as an ex-Barcelona striker.
Which media outlets reported on the transfer?
FOX 32 Chicago, BBC, Yahoo Sports, WGN-TV, NBC 5 Chicago, ESPN and Goal.com reported on the move.
Coverage (8)
- Chicago Fire reportedly set to make massive international signing FOX 32 Chicago · 90d ago
- Robert Lewandowski: Polish striker set for MLS transfer move with Chicago Fire BBC · 90d ago
- FC Barcelona Legend Lewandowski Decides Next Destination, Reports MD Yahoo Sports · 90d ago
- Robert Lewandowski pulls a Lionel Messi with blockbuster MLS move to Chicago Yahoo Sports · 90d ago
- Report: Polish superstar Robert Lewandowski agrees to join Chicago Fire FC WGN-TV · 90d ago
- Chicago Fire agree to deal with Robert Lewandowski, sources confirm NBC 5 Chicago · 90d ago
- Source: Chicago Fire finalizing deal for Robert Lewandowski ESPN · 90d ago
- Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire transfer as ex-Barcelona striker prepares to join Lionel Messi in MLS Goal.com · 90d ago
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