Fire lend F Georgios Koutsias to FC Lugano for 2025

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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 a