Overview
- The club announced the contract runs through June 30, 2028.
- In seven seasons at Minnesota United, Lod logged a franchise-best 41 goals with 28 assists in 185 appearances and earned 2024 MLS All-Star honors.
- Head coach and director of football Gregg Berhalter said Lod’s arrival will make Chicago more competitive in 2026 and beyond.
- The move comes after Chicago transferred midfielder Brian Gutierrez to Chivas in Mexico in a deal reported at $5 million.
- Reporting indicates Lod chose Chicago for more guaranteed years than Minnesota’s shorter offer, which was described as 1.5 years with a one-year option.