In reality, the deal seems doomed from the beginning, but in this instance, one less global superstar making his way to North America is good news. Neymar, for all his fame and popularity, would be a failed signing for the league.

Chicago Fire FC is engaged in “preliminary negotiations” with Brazil soccer legend Neymar, according to multiple reports.

Chicago Fire are in talks over a surprise move to bring Brazil striker Neymar to Major League Soccer. The 32-year-old is out of contract with Al-Hilal in the summer after two years in the Saudi Pro League.

The Chicago Fire have held discussions to sign Brazilian star Neymar, according to multiple sources who have been briefed on the talks, but a deal to bring the former Barcelona and PSG forward to the United States remains unlikely.

The Chicago Fire are in preliminary talks to potentially sign global superstar Neymar this winter from Al-Hilal, sources tell GIVEMESPORT.

According to an exclusive report from French media Foot Mercato, Chicago Fire have opened up talks with Neymar Jr. (32).

The Chicago Fire could become must-watch television for MLS fans. In recent years, it’s been in vogue for big-ticket European stars to travel across the pond and play on the pitch in the United States.

The three MLS clubs Neymar is reportedly in talks with ahead of the 2025 season might come as a surprise. With Neymar's Al Hilal contract expiring this summer, the Brazilian is weighing his options with a possible move to the United States.

Despite talks between Neymar and the MLS' Chicago Fire, it remains "unlikely" that the Brazilian star will sign a deal with the club, according to

Brazil superstar and Al Hilal attacker Neymar is in preliminary talks with three MLS sides, including Chicago Fire FC, over a proposed move, sources have told ESPN.