The Chilean attacker had the opportunity to stay at Pizjuán – but turned it down. Now he is ready for a new adventure.
Alexis Sánchez, the 37-year-old Chilean striker, is close to continuing his career at CF Montréal after his time at Sevilla FC is over. The Canadian club has already published a video hinting at his arrival, and according to The Athletic , the attacker will be registered as a so-called Designated Player in MLS – although the financial terms of the contract have not yet been made public.
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The transfer marks the end of Sánchez’s second spell in La Liga – a league he returned to in 2025 to join Sevilla. During the previous season, he played 28 games, scored 4 goals and provided 2 assists.
The Montréal tips came early
The operation took off after CF Montréal published a video on their official channels that clearly hinted at the identity of their new signing – and pointed straight at Alexis Sánchez and his role as one of the team’s heaviest wage earners.
The Athletic reports that the deal means that Sánchez will be registered as a Designated Player – a status that allows MLS clubs to exceed the salary cap to bring in players with contracts beyond the regular allowed level.
The financial details have not yet been made public. There is also no confirmation of the salary or the length of the contract – this remains to be seen when the transfer is officially announced.
Goodbye to La Liga – after one season
Sánchez thus leaves La Liga after 28 official games for Sevilla last season, with 4 goals and 2 assists. His contract was originally for one season only, making the transition easier. However, Sevilla have reportedly considered extending the contract with the Chilean.
Now a new chapter awaits in MLS – in a career that has already taken him through several of Europe’s biggest leagues. Sánchez has previously played in La Liga for FC Barcelona, as well as for Arsenal, Manchester United, Inter, Olympique Marseille and Udinese, to name a few.
At 37 years old, he arrives in Montréal with over a decade of experience in top-flight football in Europe. In Canada, he will be registered as a Designated Player – a status that underlines the club’s ambitions with the signing.
Now all that remains is the official announcement – with details about the length of the contract and salary conditions. CF Montréal has already started the launch, and all indications are that Alexis Sánchez will soon be an MLS player.
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