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MLS·TRADE·July 6, 2026 12:40 PM ET

Real Salt Lake trades Nelson Palacio to Toronto FC

The first cash-for-player deal yields $1.1 million.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 61 min read
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What happened: Toronto secured the 25-year-old Colombian midfielder for guaranteed compensation alongside up to $550,000 in performance-based incentives. Real Salt Lake also retained a sell-on percentage in the event of a future transfer.

Why it matters: The transaction provides Real Salt Lake with immediate financial assets while adjusting their roster flexibility. For the receiving side, the addition bolsters depth in the center of the pitch for the remainder of the 2026 MLS regular season.

What to watch: The international will integrate into his new squad ahead of their next match.

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