Montreal has officially welcomed Chilean soccer star Alexis Sánchez to CF Montreal, confirming the much-speculated move on Tuesday. Sánchez, a designated player for the team, brings a wealth of talent and experience to the struggling lineup, marking a significant step in the club’s sporting project.
The 37-year-old, who holds the record for the most goals scored for Chile’s national team, joins CF Montreal after a stint with Sevilla FC in Spain, where he tallied four goals in 28 appearances during the 2025-26 season. Sánchez’s arrival has generated excitement among fans, with CF Montreal hinting at the signing in a video featuring senior director Luca Saputo mentioning “He wants Alexis, number 10,” in reference to Sánchez’s jersey number.
Sánchez’s move to Montreal is part of a growing trend of seasoned international players joining Major League Soccer (MLS) teams in the latter stages of their careers. This summer alone has seen high-profile signings like Polish striker Robert Lewandowski to Chicago Fire, French star Antoine Griezmann to Orlando City, and Brazilian midfielder Casemiro to Inter Miami, adding to the star power in the MLS.