The 30-year-old Denmark native signed a four-year deal through 2028, Reuters reported.

Zinckernagel has accumulated 83 goals and 80 assists in 403 professional appearances since his debut in 2013.

"I m very excited to join the Chicago Fire and experience a new league," he said in a news release. "The club s ambition and vision for the future are very motivating, and I m eager to help the team achieve its goals. I look forward to working with the coaching staff and my new teammates to build something special together."

His extensive European experience also includes stints with England s Watford and Nottingham Forest, Greece s Olympiacos and Belgium s Standard Liege. He won two league titles with Norway s Bodo/Glimt (2020, 2024) and was named the 2020 Eliteserien Player of the Year.

"He s a technical and versatile player who can create chances for himself and his teammates, while also showing a commitment to defending," Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter said. "With experience playing in multiple countries and elite European competitions, Philip will bring a winning mentality and leadership to our squad for the upcoming season and beyond."