Toronto FC Acquires Midfielder Nelson Palacio from Real Salt Lake in Major Transfer Deal

Toronto FC Acquires Midfielder Nelson Palacio from Real Salt Lake in Major Transfer Deal

Toronto FC has made a significant move by acquiring midfielder Nelson Palacio from Real Salt Lake. In exchange for the 25-year-old Colombian midfielder, RSL will receive $1.1 million and up to $550,000 in conditional cash based on performance metrics. RSL will also retain a sell-on percentage if Palacio is traded or transferred. Palacio brings defensive intensity and physicality to Toronto FC's midfield group, and the club is excited to work with him in the upcoming seasons.

Palacio joined RSL in 2023 from Atlético Nacional and made 55 appearances for the team, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. He spent the 2025-26 season on loan at FC Zürich. Toronto FC is currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with 14 points, while RSL is third in the Western Conference with 26 points. Toronto FC will face CF Montréal on July 16, while RSL will take on LAFC on July 22.

Overall, the addition of Nelson Palacio to Toronto FC's roster is expected to strengthen the team's midfield and provide valuable experience both domestically and abroad. Toronto FC fans can look forward to seeing Palacio in action in the upcoming matches and seasons.