Toronto FC Signs Colombian Forward Emilio Aristizábal on Loan with Purchase Option

Toronto FC Signs Colombian Forward Emilio Aristizábal on Loan with Purchase Option

Toronto FC has signed forward Emilio Aristizábal on loan from Atlético Nacional. The 20-year-old Colombian youth international will be with the team through the 2026 MLS season and has a purchase option included in the deal. Aristizábal previously played for Fortaleza FC in Colombia, where he had a successful 2025 season with 12 goals and 2 assists in 36 appearances. He has also represented Colombia's U-20 national team, scoring one goal in 12 caps and helping them finish third in the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

General manager Jason Hernandez expressed excitement about Aristizábal joining the team, highlighting his potential as one of Colombia's top young attacking talents. The forward had a strong 2025 season at just 19 years old and is expected to continue his growth with Toronto FC. The team's 2026 season kicks off on Feb. 21 against FC Dallas, with hopes of securing a spot in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020.