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Report: Toronto signing Chilean D Benjamin Kuscevic

Originally posted on Field Level Media | Last updated Mar 3, 2026 1:43 PM ET

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.

This article first appeared on Field Level Media and was syndicated with permission.

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