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.