Fire lend F Georgios Koutsias to FC Lugano for 2025
Sep 28, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Fire FC forward Georgios Koutsias (19) takes the field before the game at SeatGeek Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images The Chicago Fire sent forward Georgios Koutsias to Switzerland's FC Lugano on a loan on Friday.
The year-long loan begins Jan. 1 and includes an option for a permanent transfer at the end of the deal.
Koutsias, 20, had five goals and three assists in 57 MLS matches (18 starts) with the Fire from 2023-24.
"We're excited to see Georgios continue his development with our partners at FC Lugano," Fire coach Gregg Berhalter said. "He expressed a desire to return to Europe, and this move gives him the opportunity to continue growing in a highly competitive league. It also provides us with increased roster flexibility as we work to build a strong team for the 2025 season."
The loan opens up U-22 Initiative and international roster slots for Chicago, which retains the right to recall the Greek international at any point.
FC Lugano, which competes in the Swiss Super League, was purchased by Fire owner Joe Mansueto in 2021.
--Field Level Media
NFL Free Agency Moves Already Shaping the 2026 Draft
SEC Tournament Breakdown: Florida, Arkansas Lead the Chase
- Big Ten Tournament Betting Guide: Why Illinois Is the Value Play
- SEC Tournament Breakdown: Florida, Arkansas Lead the Chase
- Conference Tournament Betting Picks: Best Bets for the ACC, Big Ten, SEC and More
- Big East Tournament Betting Preview: Can St. John’s Repeat at MSG?
- College Basketball Best Bets: Florida, Duke and Alabama Highlight Saturday Picks
- UFC 326 Betting Picks: Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira Headlines Stacked Card
- 2026 MLB Rookie of the Year Odds: Best AL and NL Futures Bets
