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 Gastón Giménez's contract. The decision was made to allow Giménez to seek new opportunities and provide the club with more roster flexibility for the upcoming 2025 season.
“We thank Gastón for his contributions to the Fire and wish him and his family well for the future,” stated Gregg Berhalter, Chicago Fire FC Director of Football and Head Coach. "This move was made to allow Gastón to pursue a new challenge while providing the Club with greater roster flexibility as we look to strengthen the squad for the 2025 season.”
Giménez, aged 33, joined Chicago Fire in February 2020 from Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield in Argentina. Over his tenure, he played in 134 matches, starting in 112 of them. He scored four goals and assisted in 11 others during his time with the team. Giménez also served as captain on 15 occasions.
On an international level, Giménez represented Argentina twice before switching allegiance to Paraguay, where he has made nine appearances since joining their national team.
Chicago Fire's regular season will commence on February 22, 2025, against Columbus Crew at Lower.com Field. The first home game is scheduled against D.C. United on March 1 at Soldier Field.
Tickets for the upcoming season start at $29 and are available through Ticketmaster or by contacting 888-MLS-FIRE.
Transaction: Chicago Fire FC and Gastón Giménez mutually agree to terminate the midfielder’s contract.
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