Montreal has officially confirmed the signing of Chilean soccer star Alexis Sánchez to CF Montreal, ending the city’s poorly kept secret. Sánchez, joining as a designated player, brings a wealth of talent and experience to a team in need of a boost. The news was widely reported by various media outlets, including El Deportivo and The Athletic.
In a statement, CF Montreal’s senior director of recruitment and sporting methodology, Luca Saputo, emphasized the significance of Sánchez’s arrival for the team’s sporting project. With exceptional technical skills and a wealth of experience in top-level football, Sánchez’s leadership and competitive spirit align perfectly with the club’s ambitions.
As the all-time leading goal scorer for Chile’s national team, Sánchez, 37, boasts 51 international goals for “La Roja.” The announcement has sparked excitement among CF Montreal fans, especially after a teasing video was released hinting at a major signing.
Sánchez, who previously played for Sevilla FC in Spain, scoring four goals in 28 games during the 2025-26 season, now joins CF Montreal alongside fellow Chilean Thomas Gillier, the club’s goalkeeper. His move to MLS follows a trend of top players nearing the end of their careers making high-profile transfers, with other notable signings including Robert Lewandowski to Chicago Fire, Antoine Griezmann to Orlando City, and Casemiro to Inter Miami during the recent summer transfer window.