Transaction tracker: Richie Laryea won't be back at Toronto FC
TFC tabled a bid to Nottingham Forest for Laryea, but the Canadian fullback will instead be going on a season-ending loan with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
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.
August 2, 2023: Richie Laryea joins Whitecaps; won’t be back at TFC
The Vancouver Whitecaps announced that fullback and Canadian international Richie Laryea has joined the club on loan for the rest of the season from English side Nottingham Forest. It’s expected that the Whitecaps will sign Laryea on a permanent basis in the off-season, even though the club does not have the option to make him a permanent signing as part of the loan deal.
Quick analysis: Last week, TFC Republic reported that Toronto FC tabled an offer for Richie Laryea to Nottingham Forest, and that the Canadian international’s fate was squarely in the hands of the English side.
But Wednesday's announcement means Laryea won’t be back with the Reds.
