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Toronto FC are finalizing a deal to acquire defender Benjamin Kucsevic from Brazilian side Fortaleza, The Athletic reported Tuesday.

The deal for the 29-year-old Chilean center back is a loan with a purchase option, per the report.

Kucsevic played for Brazilian clubs Palmeiras (2020-23) and Coritiba (2023-24) before originally going to Fortaleza on loan in 2024.

Internationally, he has earned 14 caps with Chile's national team.

--Field Level Media