Raphael Wicky has officially been appointed manager of the Chicago Fire.

Wicky managed FC Basel during a run to the round of 16 in the Champions League.

Wicky most recently managed the U.S. national team's U17 side.

"I know Raphael very well from our time together at FC Basel in Switzerland," said Chicago Fire FC sporting director Georg Heitz. "He is a man of high character who fits the philosophy and vision of this club. He has a fresh, modern approach to football. Raphael has a great appreciation and respect for the sport and because of his time on the pitch, including representing his country at a World Cup, he is able to communicate extremely well with players.

Joaquin has extended his contract with Real Betis by one year, taking him through the 2020-2021 season.

The 38-year-old winger made his debut with the club in 21 years ago.

He has scored 101 goals in 753 appearances in his career.

Inter Miami signed defender Denso Ulysse and keeper Drake Callender.

The 21-year-old Ulysse signed with the team from the Tacoma Defiance. 

Miami acquired the rights for Callender last month in a trade with the San Jose Earthquakes. 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has signed a 6-month deal to return to AC Milan, with an option for another year.

The 38-year-old striker joins the club on a free from the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Milan are currently 11th on the Serie A table.

Hansi Flick will stay on as Bayern Munich manager until the end of this season.

The 54-year-old interim manager was originally slated to stay on for 2 matches, though the club have now won 4 matches in a row.

“Under [Flick] as head coach, the on-field development has been outstanding, both in terms of the quality of our play and the results achieved,” said the club’s CEO, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. “We set a new record in the 28-year history of the Champions League with six wins in six group-stage matches, and in the Bundesliga we have returned to touching distance of the top of the table.”

Carlo Ancelotti was officially appointed as Everton manager through the 2023-2024 season.

Ancelotti, who was sacked from Napoli earlier this season, replaces Marco Silva.

"This is a great club with a rich history and a very passionate fan base," Ancelotti said. "There is a clear vision from the Owner and the Board to deliver success and trophies. That is something that appeals to me as a manager and I am thrilled at the prospect of being able to work with everybody at the Club to help make that vision a reality."

Ancelotti was reportedly in the stands watching Everton's 0-0 draw against Arsenal.

Georg Heitz will become the new sporting director of the Chicago Fire.

Heitz was FC Basel's sporting director from 2009-2017. He is credited with signing Mo Salah during his time.

Heitz will bring a second hire to the Fire in the upcoming days.

Diego Valeri signed a mult-year extension with the Porltand Timbers.

The 33-year-old Valeri joined the team in 2013, and leads the franchise in goals, assists, and points.

“Diego is a Timbers legend and we couldn’t be happier that he and his family will remain in the Rose City,” said Gavin Wilkinson, general manager and president of soccer for the Timbers. “Not only has Diego been a leader in MLS over his career, he has become a local icon who is tremendously important to the club, the fans and the City of Portland. We look forward to raising another Cup with him.”

Michael Bradley, who was out of contract this offseason, has re-signed with Toronto FC.

The deal would reportedly see Bradley out until the end of his career.

"I feel so attached to the city of Toronto, the club, the team. I love it here and I am really proud of what we've been able to do over the past six years. Beyond the success, I am equally as proud of the mentality and identity this club has taken on. The relationship between the club and the city, the club and the fans are both very special and I'm proud to have played a part in that," said Bradley.

Bradley has made 200 league and cup appearances for the club.

Ansu Fati signed a new contract with Barcelona that includes a release clause of $188 million.

The 17-year-old Fati is now signed through the 2022 season.

"For me, La Masia [Barca's academy] is the best school in the world. They helped me from the first day I arrived and I am extremely grateful to everyone who works there," said Fati, who joined La Masia at 10 years old.