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Toronto FC Signs Josh Sargent From Norwich City in $22 Million Deal

The move follows a dispute at Norwich, putting pressure on Sargent to revive his USMNT case.

Overview

  • Toronto confirmed Sargent as a Designated Player on a contract through the 2030–31 season.
  • The fee is $22 million with incentives that could lift the total to $27 million, placing it among the largest incoming transfers in MLS history.
  • Toronto acquired St. Louis City SC’s right of first refusal for up to $725,000 in General Allocation Money, including conditional payments tied to performance.
  • Sargent’s exit from Norwich followed his request to sit out a Jan. 11 FA Cup match and a subsequent relegation to the under‑21s, which drew public criticism from manager Philippe Clement.
  • The U.S. international has 29 caps and five goals, with no national-team goals since 2019, heightening scrutiny of his form ahead of the 2026 World Cup cycle.