Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire transfer as ex-Barcelona striker prepares to join Lionel Messi in MLS
Robert Lewandowski is set to join Lionel Messi in the MLS, with a transfer to Chicago Fire FC confirmed.
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Robert Lewandowski agreed to a transfer to the Chicago Fire. The former FC Barcelona striker prepared to join Lionel Messi in the MLS as the club finalized the deal.
Epilogue added 13d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a transfer to Chicago Fire FC. The Polish striker, formerly of Barcelona, will join the MLS.
Coverage emphasizes the blockbuster nature of the move, with multiple sources confirming the deal. Reports from Yahoo Sports, WGN-TV, NBC 5 Chicago, ESPN, and Goal.com all highlight the significance of Lewandowski joining the MLS and linking up with Lionel Messi.
Watch for official announcements from Chicago Fire FC and reactions from fans and football experts. Coverage does not yet specify details about Lewandowski's contract or his expected start date with the team.
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Quick answers
Which team is Robert Lewandowski joining?
Robert Lewandowski is joining Chicago Fire FC.
Who else is joining the MLS?
Lionel Messi is also joining the MLS.
Which outlets are covering this story?
Yahoo Sports, WGN-TV, NBC 5 Chicago, ESPN, and Goal.com are among the outlets covering this story.
Coverage (8)
- FC Barcelona Legend Lewandowski Decides Next Destination, Reports MD Yahoo Sports · 22d ago
- Chicago Fire reportedly set to make massive international signing FOX 32 Chicago · 22d ago
- Robert Lewandowski: Polish striker set for MLS transfer move with Chicago Fire BBC · 22d ago
- Robert Lewandowski pulls a Lionel Messi with blockbuster MLS move to Chicago Yahoo Sports · 22d ago
- Report: Polish superstar Robert Lewandowski agrees to join Chicago Fire FC WGN-TV · 22d ago
- Chicago Fire agree to deal with Robert Lewandowski, sources confirm NBC 5 Chicago · 22d ago
- Source: Chicago Fire finalizing deal for Robert Lewandowski ESPN · 22d ago
- Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire transfer as ex-Barcelona striker prepares to join Lionel Messi in MLS Goal.com · 22d ago
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