Toronto FC signs striker Cucho Hernández from Columbus Crew for record $10 million fee

Hernández, a 23-year-old Colombian international, has scored 29 goals in 73 MLS appearances

Toronto FC has signed striker Cucho Hernández from the Columbus Crew for a club-record $10 million fee, the two clubs announced on Wednesday.

Hernández, 23, is a Colombian international who has scored 29 goals in 73 MLS appearances since joining the league in 2020.

He is expected to make his Toronto FC debut on Saturday when the Reds host the New England Revolution at BMO Field.

Toronto FC has been in need of a goal-scorer since Jozy Altidore left the club in 2021.

The Reds have scored just 21 goals in 19 MLS games this season, which is the second-fewest in the league.

Hernández is expected to fill that void and help Toronto FC make a push for the playoffs.

Hernández said he is excited to join Toronto FC and help the club achieve its goals.

"I am very happy to be here," Hernández said. "Toronto FC is a big club with a lot of history, and I am excited to be a part of it."

"I am looking forward to helping the team win some trophies and make the fans happy."

Hernández is expected to make his Toronto FC debut on Saturday when the Reds host the New England Revolution at BMO Field.

The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET.

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