Richard Chukwu gets first pro contract

Young defender Richard Chukwu has been handed his first professional contract by Canadian club Toronto FC.

Toronto FC 2 announced they have signed Chukwu to an MLS NEXT Pro contract.

“We are delighted to have Rich tart his professional pathway with TFC 2,” announced Sean Rubio, Toronto FC technical director.

“His performances both within our club and at the youth national team level have shown his ability to perform and potential to develop further as he starts his professional career.”