CF Montreal has secured the services of Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez, signing the veteran player through the 2027 Major League Soccer season.
The 37-year-old winger, known for his time at top European clubs including Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United, Inter Milan, and Marseille, joins the Canadian club following a season with Sevilla in Spain’s La Liga.
Career Highlights
- Two-time Copa America winner with Chile (2015, 2016)
- Spanish SuperCup, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, Copa del Rey, and La Liga titles with Barcelona
- FA Cup victories with Arsenal in 2015 and 2017
- Serie A championships with Inter Milan in 2020-21 and 2023-24, plus two Supercoppas and an Italian Cup
Expressing enthusiasm over the move, Sanchez stated, “I'm very happy to join CF Montreal and take on this new challenge. I'm grateful to the club for the confidence they've shown in me and I'm eager to put my experience to work so that we can reach our objectives and create memorable moments for our supporters.”
CF Montreal’s Current Standing and Expectations
Currently positioned 14th in the 15-team Eastern Conference with four wins and four draws from 18 matches, CF Montreal ranks third-lowest in the league overall. The club hopes Sanchez’s arrival will spark a turnaround.
Senior director Luca Saputo highlighted the significance of the signing: “Alexis possesses exceptional technical quality and experience at the highest level of world football. His personality, leadership and competitive mindset fully align with our club's identity and ambitions. We believe he will have an immediate impact both on the field and in the locker room.”
The contract includes a club option for the 2027-28 season, signaling Montreal’s commitment to building around the experienced forward.
