Robert Lewandowski, the 37-year-old Polish international, is reportedly on the verge of joining Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer (MLS). The former Barcelona striker has been on a two-year contract negotiation with the team, and sources confirm he is expected to sign soon.

Lewandowski left Barcelona at the end of the season after his contract expired. He had been with the La Liga club for four years, helping them win three league titles and the Copa del Rey in 2025. During his time at Barcelona, he scored 120 goals in 193 games.

The Chicago Fire has been in talks with Lewandowski since December last year, and he has been on their 'discovery list' since then. This means no other MLS club can sign him without paying a fee to the Chicago Fire. Lewandowski is expected to become one of the highest earners in the MLS with his new contract.

The Chicago Fire, currently third in the MLS Eastern Conference, returns to action after the World Cup break on July 17. They will face Vancouver in their first match back. With Lewandowski on board, the team is likely to become a force to be reckoned with in the league.

Lewandowski has a storied career in European football, having spent 12 seasons in Germany's Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. He won 10 league titles and led Bayern to the 2020 Champions League title. He was also considered the frontrunner to win the 2020 Ballon d'Or but the award was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 37-year-old won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award in 2020 and 2021, and was second in the Ballon d'Or voting in 2021. He has also been linked to a move to AC Milan and the Saudi Pro League, but it appears Chicago Fire has secured his services.

The Polish international's new contract is expected to be a two-year deal, but details of the agreement are still not clear. With the World Cup break over, fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season, and Lewandowski's arrival is likely to generate excitement among Chicago Fire supporters.

Key Facts

  • Robert Lewandowski is 37 years old and a Polish international.
  • He has played for Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayern Munich in his career.
  • He won 10 league titles in Germany's Bundesliga.
  • He was considered the frontrunner to win the 2020 Ballon d'Or.
  • He won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award in 2020 and 2021.
  • He is expected to sign a two-year deal with Chicago Fire.
  • He will earn one of the highest salaries in the MLS.
  • The Chicago Fire returns to action on July 17 after the World Cup break.