Transaction tracker: TFC makes 2 trades before transfer window closes
The transaction tracker at TFC Republic is a special feature where we will list all the roster additions and cuts, trades, signings and re-signings, and transfers made by Toronto FC, and examine what each move means for the club moving forward.
It's a great way to keep tabs on what Toronto FC is doing and how it's building its roster, as we look at each transaction in a bit of detail.
April 25, 2023: Toronto trades for Sapong, Mabika
Toronto FC acquired forward CJ Sapong from Nashville SC in exchange for defender Lukas MacNaughton. Nashville also receives a guaranteed $125,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM) in 2024 and up to $75,000 in conditional GAM in 2025.
In a separate trade move, TFC acquired defender Aimé Mabika from Inter Miami CF. In exchange, Toronto sent $100,000 in GAM in 2024 to Miami. As part of the trade, Miami will also receive up to an additional $100,000 in conditional GAM and will retain a 25 per cent sell-on percentage for Mabika.
Both moves were completed before the MLS primary transfer window closed on Monday.
Quick analysis: Something had to give for a Toronto FC side that has struggled to get offensive production out of its No. 9s this season.