FIRE WIRE | Building the Future: Player Signings, Academy Growth & Fire Pride on the Road

Sep 23, 2025, 5:10 PM•chicagofirefc

Chicago Fire FC

Chicago Fire FC has signed defender Jonathan Dean, goalkeeper Jeff Gal, and winger Chris Mueller to new contracts, strengthening the Club’s veteran core for the coming seasons. Dean, 28, is under contract through 2027 with an option for 2028, Gal, 32, through 2026 with an option for 2027, and Mueller, 29, through 2026 with an option for 2027. Click the button below to learn more about their new contracts and contributions to the Fire.

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Goalkeeper Chris Brady and midfielders Sergio Oregel Jr. and Mauricio Pineda have signed new contracts with Chicago Fire FC, reinforcing the Club’s commitment to developing and retaining top local talent. Brady is under contract through 2029 with a Club option for 2030, Oregel Jr. through 2028 with an option for 2029, and Pineda through 2027 with an option for 2028. Click the button below to learn more about their new contracts and impact with the Fire.

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Chicago Fire FC defender Joel Waterman has been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 35 after scoring his first goal for the Fire in a 3-0 road win over Minnesota United FC. The Canadian international opened the scoring in the 26th minute, securing the eventual game-winner and earning his first league honor with Chicago. This marks Waterman’s fourth career Team of the Matchday recognition and his first as a member of the Fire. Click the link below to learn more.

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Show your Fire pride on the road! Chicago Fire FC is partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State to launch official Fire license plates—but we need 2,000 Illinois drivers to make it happen. The Club will cover the $25 specialty plate fee for the first 2,000 fans who apply. Once we hit that milestone, we’ll submit the applications to the state and share next steps. Don’t wait—sign up today and help bring the Fire to every street in Illinois!

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Chicago Fire FC has introduced a new Academy model that replaces one-year registrations with three-year commitments, giving young players greater stability and support in their development. Starting in 2025–26, U-13 players will be registered through their U-15 season, with another three-year term available at the senior level. This long-term approach reduces the pressure of annual renewals, aligns with key growth stages, and reflects the Club’s mission to nurture both players and people. Click the button below to learn more about this initiative.

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