Oct 22, 2025; Bridgeview, Illinois, USA; Chicago Fire FC midfielder Brian Gutierrez (17) and Orlando City midfielder Cesar Araujo (5) battle for control of the ball during the second half at SeatGeek Stadium.

The Chicago Fire have announced the transfer of U.S. men's national team midfielder Brian Gutiérrez to Liga MX power Chivas.

Gutiérrez moves to Guadalajara in a $5 million deal, per The Athletic.

The 22-year-old spent six seasons with the Fire after signing as a Homegrown Player in 2020. Gutiérrez played in 164 matches across all competitions for the Fire, scoring 21 goals and registering 25 assists.

“Brian has demonstrated consistent growth and commitment to our club for 11 years. His year-over-year progression has culminated in a career-best season, and we are proud of his achievements,” said Fire director of football and head coach Gregg Berhalter.

“As he takes the next step in his journey, we have full confidence that he will continue to elevate his game and make an even greater impact in the years ahead.”

Gutiérrez becomes the third player on Chivas' roster with USMNT caps, joining Richy Ledezma and Cade Cowell, who is reportedly set to join the New York Red Bulls on loan.

All three players also have Mexican passports, which Gutiérrez secured last month. Chivas has historically only employed players who were born in Mexico or have Mexican heritage.

Gutiérrez was born and raised in the United States but is eligible for Mexico through his parents.

The longtime U.S. youth international earned his first senior call-up in January, making his first two appearances in friendlies against Venezuela and Costa Rica.

Gutiérrez was called back as an injury replacement for the Concacaf Nations League in March, but didn't play in either of the two games due to injury. Since then, Mauricio Pochettino has not called the midfielder into his roster.

This article originally appeared on Pro Soccer Wire: USMNT midfielder Gutierrez joins Chivas in $5 million transfer

Reporting by Seth Vertelney, Pro Soccer Wire / Pro Soccer Wire

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