MLS rules explained: TFC, Josh Sargent and discovery priority
TFC Republic explains why the Reds had to give send $500,000 in GAM to St. Louis City SC just to sign the U.S. international.
In a continuing series at TFC Republic, we'll look at some of Major League Soccer's more arcane roster rules and break them down by using real-life examples so that they are easily understandable.
In this week's edition: We explain last week's trade involving Toronto FC and St. Louis City SC over "the right of first refusal" for Josh Sargent.
What happened last week between TFC and St. Louis?
Toronto FC announced last Friday it reached a transfer agreement to sign forward Josh Sargent from English club Norwich City FC. Sargent has joined TFC as a Designated Player through the 2030-31 MLS season.
