Alexis Sánchez, one of the most decorated forwards of his generation, has agreed a two-year deal with CF Montréal, arriving on a free transfer following the end of his single season at Sevilla.

The Move — Here We Go

CF Montréal have agreed a deal to sign Alexis Sánchez on a free transfer, with the former Sevilla striker joining on a two-year contract, with all documents in place.

CF Montréal confirmed the signing of the forward as a free agent, with the Chilean icon under contract through the 2027 Sprint Season, with an option for 2027–28.

Sánchez will be a Designated Player for Montréal. CF Montréal previously had no players occupying DP slots on their roster, and teams in MLS are allowed a maximum of three.

The teaser for the signing was impossible to miss. The club released a teaser video for a new No. 10 signing, in which managing director Luca Saputo says “he wants Alexis, No. 10” in reference to his kit.

Sánchez in His Own Words

“I am very happy to join CF Montréal and take on this new challenge,” said Sánchez. “I’m grateful to the club for the confidence they’ve shown in me, and I’m eager to put my experience to work so that we can reach our objectives and create memorable moments for our supporters. I’m here to give everything I have for the club and for this city.”

One Season at Sevilla — The Numbers

Sánchez spent a single season at Sevilla, making 30 appearances during the 2025–26 campaign. The 37-year-old spent the 2025/26 campaign in Spain after joining Sevilla as a free agent.

In the 2025/26 LaLiga season, Alexis Sánchez recorded 4 goals, 2 assists, 1,298 minutes, an average FotMob rating of 6.67, and 3 yellow cards.

Sánchez took 25 shots in 27 La Liga matches, with 11 on target and 14 off, producing a shooting accuracy of 44%. His goals scored per 90 minutes stood at 0.28.

Sánchez finished the season as Sevilla’s 3rd-highest scorer in the squad’s Top Scorers list — a respectable return for a 37-year-old carrying the No. 10 shirt at an Andalusian giant.

Alexis Sánchez — 2025/26 Sevilla (La Liga) Stats	Figures
La Liga Appearances	27
Total Appearances (All Competitions)	30
Goals	4
Assists	2
Minutes Played	1,298
Shots Taken	25
Shots on Target	11
Shooting Accuracy	44%
Goals per 90 Minutes	0.28
Average FotMob Rating	6.67
Yellow Cards	3
Squad Rank (Top Scorers)	3rd at Sevilla

A Career Built on Records — The Big Numbers

Few players in world football can point to a career resumé that matches Sánchez’s for both breadth and depth. He has tallied 215 goals and 154 assists in 788 games and won 20 trophies at club level.

Internationally, Sánchez’s 168 caps and 51 goals are both records for Chile. He featured at the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups and is a two-time Copa América champion (2015 and 2016).

VIGO, SPAIN – MAY 23: Alexis Sanchez of Sevilla FC looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RC Celta de Vigo and Sevilla FC at Estadio Abanca-Balaidos on May 23, 2026 in Vigo, Spain. (Photo by Bruno Penas/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)

Sánchez spent the past 18 seasons in Europe after emerging at South American sides Cobreloa, Colo-Colo, and River Plate.

His 26 career titles include Serie A medals (2020/21, 2023/24), Supercoppas, a Coppa Italia, Copa América titles (2015, 2016), FA Cups, the Premier League Asia Trophy, Community Shields with Arsenal, La Liga, Copa del Rey, FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, Supercopa de España with Barcelona, and the Liga Profesional with River Plate.

Alexis Sánchez — Career Overview	Figures
Date of Birth	19 December 1988
Age	37
Nationality	Chilean
Height	169 cm / 5’7″
Preferred Foot	Right
Career Goals (All Clubs)	215
Career Assists	154
Career Appearances	788
Club Titles Won	20
International Caps (Chile)	168 — National Record
International Goals (Chile)	51 — National Record
World Cup Appearances	2 (2010, 2014)
Copa América Titles	2 (2015, 2016)
Shirt Number at CF Montréal	#10

Career Club Timeline

Club	Country	Fee (Approx.)
CD Cobreloa	Chile	—
Colo-Colo (Loan)	Chile	€150K
River Plate (Loan)	Argentina	€1M
Udinese	Italy	€3M
FC Barcelona	Spain	€26M
Arsenal	England	€42.5M
Manchester United	England	€34M
Inter Milan (Loan → Permanent)	Italy	Free
Marseille	France	Free
Udinese	Italy	Free
Sevilla	Spain	Free
CF Montréal	Canada (MLS)	Free

What Sánchez Brings to CF Montréal

At 37, El Niño Maravilla is not arriving in MLS as a farewell lap. He is arriving as a Designated Player — a deliberate, significant investment by the club’s leadership. He has long been one of the top wingers in the world and, despite being 37 years old, still has some gas left in the tank.

Sánchez, who helped push La Roja to the 2015 Copa América and 2016 Copa América Centenario crowns and also won La Liga with FC Barcelona, will now occupy a Designated Player spot — the roster slots that allow MLS teams to pay players without the salary charge fully counting against the cap.

SEVILLE, SPAIN – MARCH 01: Alexis Sanchez of Sevilla FC warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and Sevilla FC at Estadio La Cartuja on March 01, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

His arrival also carries extra continental flavour for Canadian supporters. Chile will play a friendly in Toronto on September 26, meaning Sánchez could play twice at BMO Field in the span of just three weeks — CF Montréal also visit their rivals on October 10.

FAQs

What is the transfer fee for Alexis Sánchez’s move to CF Montréal?

There is no transfer fee involved. Sánchez joined CF Montréal on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Sevilla at the end of the 2025/26 season.

How long is Sánchez’s contract at CF Montréal?

Sánchez signed a two-year deal running through the 2027 Sprint Season, with an option for the 2027–28 campaign included in the agreement.

What role will Sánchez occupy at CF Montréal?

He will occupy one of the club’s Designated Player spots — a special MLS roster classification that allows teams to sign high-profile players whose wages exceed the standard salary cap limit.

How many goals and trophies has Sánchez won in his career?

Sánchez has scored 215 goals and provided 154 assists in 788 career appearances, winning 20 club titles. Internationally, he is Chile’s all-time record scorer with 51 goals in 168 caps — both national records.

How did Sánchez perform in his only season at Sevilla?

He made 30 appearances across all competitions in 2025/26, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists, finishing the campaign as the club’s 3rd-highest scorer with an average FotMob rating of 6.67.