This winter, Toronto FC lost a key contributor when it sold Canadian international Richie Laryea to English club Nottingham Forest, creating a significant hole to fill at the right fullback position.
Since joining the Reds in 2019, Laryea has been a regular starter, tormenting opposition players with his pace down the sides and ability to go deep into the final third before sending a dangerous pass or cutting inside into the box.
As one of the top fullbacks in MLS, his trickery and intelligence provided TFC's assault a cutting edge down the right side.
The departure of Laryea might be excellent news for Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, who appears to be the most probable contender to replace the position.
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