Dan Moriarty Chief Marketing Officer | Chicago Fire FC Website
Dan Moriarty Chief Marketing Officer | Chicago Fire FC Website
Chicago Fire FC has announced the mutual termination of midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri's contract.
"After discussions with Xherdan, we have mutually agreed that parting ways is in the best interest of all parties," stated Chicago Fire FC Sporting Director Georg Heitz. "We thank him for his contributions to the Club and wish him success in the next chapter of his career."
Shaqiri, 32, joined the Fire as a Designated Player on February 9, 2022, following a transfer from Olympique Lyonnais (Ligue 1, France). During his tenure with the club, the Swiss international played in 75 matches (63 starts), scoring 16 goals and providing 20 assists.
"I believe this is the right time for me to explore new opportunities in my career," said Shaqiri. "I want to thank the Club and the fans for their support during my time in Chicago. I wish the Fire nothing but success moving forward."
Chicago will resume its MLS regular season on Saturday, August 24, with an away match against New York City FC at Citi Field. The game is scheduled to kick off at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcast globally on MLS Season Pass. Local broadcasts will be available in Spanish on WRTO 1200 AM and in English on www.wlsam.com.
The termination of Shaqiri's contract opens a senior roster spot and an international slot for Chicago Fire FC.
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