Lewandowski prepares for Chicago Fire move after leaving Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:24 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Robert Lewandowski, the former Barcelona striker, is nearing a transfer to Major League Soccer's Chicago Fire. The 37-year-old Polish international's contract with Barcelona expired at the end of the season, paving the way for a two-year deal in Chicago. He has been on the Fire's discovery list, preventing other MLS clubs from signing him without compensation. This move has generated interest, as Lewandowski is expected to become one of the league's highest earners. Chicago Fire currently sits in third place in the MLS Eastern Conference and will resume play on July 17 against Vancouver.
- •Lewandowski is close to joining Chicago Fire after leaving Barcelona.
- •He is set to sign a two-year deal with the MLS team.
- •Fire had previously expressed interest in Lewandowski last December.
- •He has been on the Fire's discovery list, preventing other clubs from signing him.
- •Chicago Fire is currently third in the MLS Eastern Conference.
- 8:24 AMYahoo Sports — Lewandowski close to Chicago Fire switch
- 8:24 AMBBC Sport — Lewandowski close to Chicago Fire switch
"Poland's record scorer is set for a big-money move to the MLS after his departure from Barcelona.
"Poland's record scorer is set for a big-money move to the MLS after his departure from Barcelona.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 8:24 AMLewandowski close to Chicago Fire switch
Poland's record scorer is set for a big-money move to the MLS after his departure from Barcelona.
- BBC SportJun 29, 2026, 8:24 AMLewandowski close to Chicago Fire switch
Poland's record scorer is set for a big-money move to the MLS after his departure from Barcelona.
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