Chilean star Alexis Sánchez signs with CF Montréal in MLS
Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez, 37, has signed with Major League Soccer club CF Montréal as a designated player on a free transfer. Sánchez, Chile’s all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and 168 caps, joins from Sevilla to bolster Montréal’s struggling attack. The club sits 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points from 18 matches, seven points off the playoff line. Sánchez’s storied career includes stints at Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan, plus two Copa América titles.
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Alexis Sanchez Joins CF Montreal, Citing MLS Growth and Competition
Chilean international Alexis Sanchez, 37, has officially joined CF Montreal as a designated player, moving from Sevilla to Major League Soccer. The transfer comes at a pivotal time for MLS, which plans to switch to a cross-year schedule in 2027 and relax roster rules after the 2026 World Cup. Sanchez, a former Barcelona, Arsenal, and Manchester United star, chose Montreal over a reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. He cited the arrival of world-class players like Messi, Suarez, and Lewandowski as motivation to try MLS. Montreal's GM Luca Saputo called it a sporting decision to mentor young players. Sanchez has already trained with the team and could debut against LA Galaxy. He aims to elevate the club's standards and connect with Montreal's Chilean community.
Read sourceAlexis Sánchez joins CF Montreal as designated player, inspired by MLS stars
Chilean international Alexis Sánchez, 37, was introduced as CF Montreal's newest designated player on August 18, 2026. The former Barcelona, Arsenal, and Inter Milan attacker joins Major League Soccer during a pivotal moment after the 2026 World Cup, as the league shifts to a summer-to-spring calendar and eases squad restrictions. Sánchez, who scored four goals in 28 La Liga appearances for Sevilla last season, chose Montreal over a reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Montreal's managing director Luca Saputo called it a footballing decision, citing Sánchez's ability to mentor young South American players. Sánchez expressed confidence in his abilities and hopes to grow football's popularity in hockey-centric Montreal. The signing resembles James Rodríguez's brief stint at Minnesota United, but Montreal hopes for a better outcome.
Alexis Sánchez joins CF Montreal as designated player, inspired by MLS stars
Chilean international Alexis Sánchez, 37, was introduced as CF Montreal's newest designated player on August 18, 2026. The former Barcelona, Arsenal, and Inter Milan star joins MLS during a pivotal time for the league, following the 2026 World Cup and ahead of a shift to a summer-to-spring calendar in 2027. Sánchez, who scored four goals and two assists in 28 La Liga appearances with Sevilla last season, moves to a Montreal side at the bottom of the table and winless in five matches. He cited inspiration from Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, and Robert Lewandowski in joining MLS. Montreal's managing director Luca Saputo called it a footballing decision, emphasizing Sánchez's on-field contributions and mentorship for young South American players. Sánchez expressed eagerness to bring joy to Montreal and help grow soccer in a hockey-centric city.
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Alexis Sánchez inspired by Messi, Suárez and Lewandowski to join MLS. Now he wants to bring joy to Montreal
Chilean international Alexis Sánchez, 37, was introduced as CF Montreal's designated player on August 18, 2026, joining MLS after a stint with Sevilla. He cited inspiration from Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, and Robert Lewandowski in moving to the league. Sánchez joins a Montreal side at the bottom of the table and winless in five matches. The signing is seen as a traditional MLS move rather than a profile-raising one, similar to James Rodríguez's brief stint at Minnesota United. Sánchez expressed confidence in his abilities and a desire to bring joy to Montreal, hoping to grow football's popularity in a hockey-centric city. The move comes as MLS shifts to a summer-to-spring calendar and considers easing squad-building restrictions post-2026 World Cup.
Official: 37-year-old Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez joins MLS side Montreal on a free transfer
MLS club CF Montréal has officially announced the free signing of 37-year-old Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez as a Designated Player. The two-time Copa América champion, who has played for Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, Inter Milan, and Marseille, signed a contract through the end of the 2027 MLS season with a club option for 2027/28. CF Montréal's Senior Director of Recruitment, Luca Saputo, praised Sánchez's technical ability, leadership, and competitive mindset, stating his arrival is an important step for the club's sporting project. Sánchez expressed happiness about the new challenge and pledged to give everything for the club and city. In the 2025/26 season, he made 30 appearances for Sevilla, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists. Sánchez is Chile's all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and holds the appearance record with 168 caps.
Read sourceChilean Veteran Alexis Sanchez Joins CF Montreal on Two-Year Designated Player Contract
CF Montreal has signed Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez as a Designated Player on a two-year contract, according to multiple reports including The Athletic. The 37-year-old veteran, who has played for Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan, joins the MLS club in urgent need of a boost. Montreal currently sits 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points from 18 games, seven points out of playoff contention, and has scored only 24 goals (tied for second-fewest in the conference). Sanchez, Chile's all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and 168 appearances, won league titles with Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Colo-Colo, and led Chile to two Copa America titles in 2015 and 2016. He also won two FA Cups with Arsenal. The signing was first reported by Chilean media outlet El Deportivo LT and confirmed by CF Montreal's teaser video featuring general manager Luca Saputo.
Read sourceAlexis Sanchez signs with CF Montreal as free agent, continues career in MLS
Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez, 37, has signed with CF Montreal as a free agent, becoming a designated player for the Major League Soccer club. Sanchez, who most recently played for Sevilla in La Liga, is Chile's all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and 161 caps. His career includes stints at Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan, winning league titles and Copa America trophies. CF Montreal, sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points after 18 matches, hopes Sanchez can boost their playoff push. The signing was first reported by Chilean outlet El Deportivo LT and confirmed by sources to The Athletic.
Chilean great Alexis Sánchez signs with CF Montréal, continues career in MLS: Sources
Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez, 37, has signed with CF Montréal in Major League Soccer as a designated player, according to sources briefed on the situation. The veteran, who was a free agent after playing last season for Sevilla in La Liga, joins the Canadian club to bolster its struggling attack. Sánchez is Chile's all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and holds the national record for appearances (168 caps). His illustrious career includes stints at Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan, with league titles at Barcelona, Inter, and Colo-Colo, plus two Copa America titles with Chile. CF Montréal, currently 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points from 18 matches, hopes Sánchez can provide a boost as they sit seven points off the playoff line. He becomes the latest high-profile player to join Montréal, following Didier Drogba, Alessandro Nesta, and others.
Chilean great Alexis Sánchez signs with CF Montréal, continues career in MLS
Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez, 37, has signed with Major League Soccer club CF Montréal as a designated player, according to sources briefed on the situation. The veteran, who was a free agent after his stint with Sevilla in La Liga, is Chile's all-time leading scorer with 51 goals and holds the national record for appearances with 168 caps. Sánchez has had a storied career at top European clubs including Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan, winning league titles with Barcelona and Inter, two Copa America titles with Chile, and two FA Cups with Arsenal. CF Montréal, currently 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points from 18 matches and tied for second-fewest goals in the conference, hopes Sánchez can provide a boost to their playoff push. He joins a list of notable former stars who have played for Montréal, including Didier Drogba and Alessandro Nesta.