“He has wanted to play overseas for some time and we certainly support his decision to pursue this dream. The Fire has appreciated his significant contributions to the club over the last few years. He is a talented and passionate player and we wish him the very best and hope that he can end his time here by winning a championship.”
— Chicago Fire technical director Frank Klopas on midfielder Chris Rolfe, 26, moving to Danish club Aalborg on a free transfer in January. The Fire already lost defender Bakary Soumare, this midseason, to French club Boulogne. (Chicago Tribune)