Chicago Fire Transfers Midfielder Brian Gutiérrez to Club Deportivo Guadalajara
Chicago Fire FC has officially announced the transfer of midfielder Brian Gutiérrez to LigaMX’s Club Deportivo Guadalajara. This transfer is a multi-million-dollar agreement, reflecting Gutiérrez’s promising career and potential.
Details of the Transfer
The Chicago native, who has deep roots in the state of Jalisco, has been a pivotal player for the Fire since joining as the 16th Homegrown player in the club’s history. The announcement was made on December 12, 2025, following Gutiérrez’s career-best season.
Key Facts
- Player: Brian Gutiérrez
- New Club: Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas)
- Transfer Fee: Multi-million dollars
- Past Clubs: Chicago Fire FC
- MLS Debut: August 20, 2020
- Total Matches: 164 matches
- Goals Scored: 21
- Assists: 25
- Regular Season Appearances: 149
Career Highlights
Gutiérrez has been a stand-out player since he signed his first professional contract at just 16 years old. Over his career with Chicago Fire, he accumulated impressive statistics with 9,086 minutes played. This puts him second in total minutes among Homegrown Players, only behind Mauricio Pineda.
International Experience
On the international front, Gutiérrez has represented the U.S. Men’s National Team, earning two caps in January 2025. He played vital roles in victories against Venezuela and Costa Rica, contributing to the national team’s success.
Personal Statement
In response to his transfer, Gutiérrez expressed gratitude, stating, “It has been a privilege to play for my hometown club. I will keep representing Chicago everywhere I go.”
Future Implications
As part of the agreement, Chicago Fire will retain a percentage of any future transfer fee if Chivas decides to transfer Gutiérrez permanently. This deal marks the third high-profile transfer of a player under the age of 22 from Chicago Fire in recent years.
With this significant move, Brian Gutiérrez embarks on a new chapter in his professional career, and Chicago Fire FC looks forward to continuing its tradition of developing talent for the international stage.
