Fire sign midfielder Paul

Fire midfielder Davis Paul (7) -- ISI Photos

The Chicago Fire officially signed midfielder and 2011 third-round selection Davis Paul on Thursday. "We've been pleased with Davis' skill, effort and attitude on and off the field," Fire technical director Frank Klopas said in a statement. "Davis is a creative player and a strong competitor, with the ability to play up top and on the wing."

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