TORONTO - It appears Toronto FC has found a new home for Jamaican international defender Kemar Lawrence.
A source, granted anonymity because the trade was awaiting league approval, confirmed the pending deal with Minnesota United. It’s expected TFC’s return from the transaction will hinge on how much playing time Lawrence gets with the Loons.
Toronto acquired the 29-year-old fullback from Belgium’s Anderlecht last May, signing him to a contract through 2024. He saw action in 25 league games last season with 20 starts, and filled in admirably at centre back as needed.
But he has not been part of the MLS club this year with head coach Bob Bradley, who doubles as TFC’s sporting director, saying only that the team was exploring options for Lawrence.