Toronto FC has officially secured U.S. striker Josh Sargent on a long-term deal from Norwich City FC, a club in the EFL Championship. The 26-year-old has been signed as a designated player, with his contract set to run until the end of the 2030-31 MLS season. This announcement was made by the club on Friday.
Transaction Details
To facilitate Sargent’s move, Toronto FC obtained his MLS rights from St. Louis City SC. This acquisition involved a transfer fee of $500,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), which will be distributed evenly over 2026 and 2027. Additionally, there are performance-related conditions that could deepen the financial commitment by up to $225,000 in GAM.
The finalization of Sargent’s transfer is contingent upon him passing a medical examination, obtaining a work permit, and securing an International Transfer Certificate.
Player Background
Sargent has an impressive track record from his five seasons in England with Norwich City. He made his Premier League debut in August 2021 and has made 157 appearances across all competitions, contributing 56 goals and 15 assists.
- 2024-25 Championship Team of the Season.
- 15 goals and five assists in 32 league games that season.
- Scored 11 goals in a hot streak of 15 matches.
Prior to his tenure in England, Sargent played for SV Werder Bremen in Germany for two and a half seasons. During this time, he recorded 15 goals and nine assists in 83 matches.
International Career
On the international stage, Josh Sargent has represented the United States 29 times, netting five goals. He was part of the U.S. squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and participated in all three group-stage matches.
With his arrival at Toronto FC, fans are eager to see how Sargent will impact the team’s performance in the upcoming seasons.
