Andre Franco

28-Year-Old Forward/MidfielderF/M
Chicago Fire
MLS
GTD
Injury Knee
Est. Return 10/10/2026
DOB 4/12/1998
Birthplace Portugal
Nearing return from knee injury
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
October 8, 2026
Franco (knee) returned to team training Thursday after being sidelined with a knee injury, putting him in contention for Saturday's MLS clash against New York City FC, according to Alex Calabrese.
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Franco has taken an important step toward returning to action after being limited to partial training in recent weeks due to his knee injury. The winger missed Tuesday's clash against Vancouver but has now rejoined the group ahead of Saturday's matchup with NYCFC. His participation in training is an encouraging sign, although his availability for the weekend remains uncertain after an extended absence. Even if cleared to feature, Franco could initially be limited to a substitute role as he works toward regaining full match fitness.
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Not ready to return
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
October 5, 2026
Franco (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Whitecaps.
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Partially training
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
September 27, 2026
Franco (knee) has been practice partially with Chicago. According to head coach Gregg Berhalter, "André was able to join the team in partial training on Sunday, and had a real intensive session today. So they're all making progress" per Alex Calabrese of Men in Red 98.
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Limited training with ball
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
August 9, 2026
Franco (knee) has started to work with the ball while he continues to recover from a serious ACL injury, Alex Calabrese of MIR97 Media reported Saturday.
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Still not training
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
July 26, 2026
Franco (knee) has yet to feature in training for Chicago following his ACL surgery back on November, per Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.
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Purchase option activated
F/MChicago Fire
GTD
December 18, 2025
Franco's purchase option in his loan was activated by Chicago, the club announced.
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