TFC Introduce DP Josh Sargent

Photo: President Keith Pelley, TFC GM Jason Hernandez, Josh Sargent and TFC Manager Robin Fraser

After clearing all the red tapes on availability and financial hurdles to acquire his services, Toronto FC officially introduced forward, Josh Sargent as their Designated Player (DP) on March 4, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in downtown Toronto.

The 26 year old American International forward was introduced by MLSE President Keith Pelley, TFC GM Jason Hernandez, and TFC Manager Robin Fraser.

Sargent contract is through the 2030-31 Major League Soccer season and his   signing will add some scoring power and punch to what was a struggling Toronto FC’s offense in 2025.  While Rome was not built in a day it is conceivable that with some additional helped, Sargent and the Reds will be a  playoff contender.

Josh Sargent joined Toronto from Norwich City in England’s second-tier League Championship on Friday, where he was demoted to the under-21 squad when he refused to play in an FA Cup match last month.

However, during the contract negotiation and his release he seemed to have left a lasting impression on Norwich sporting director. his club on good terms.

“Regardless of the manner of his departure, Josh has been a significant part of the club’s recent story, contributing greatly and captaining the team on many occasions,” Norwich sporting director Ben Knapper said in a statement. “He now moves on and we wish him well for his next step, and for his future beyond.”

On the receiving end here at Toronto FC, Coach Robin Fraser and General Manager, Jason Hernandez indicated that Josh had tick all the boxes as a player and a person, on and off the field.

“He brings high-level experience in some of the strongest leagues in the world  while representing our club and our city with an international pedigree at just 26 years old, Hernandez has said during the move. “He is a proven goal scorer, with a winning mentality and the intelligence that will lead our attack for years to come,” said Jason Hernandez

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