In news that will not surprise many, Toronto FC has declined Auro Jr’s 2023 contract option. The 26-year-old full-back will now become a free agent following his unsuccessful season-long loan with Santos FC.
In spite of having a buy option in the loan deal, Santos reportedly opted against triggering a permanent move for Auro, who made just 15 appearances (910 minutes) in all competitions for the Brazilian side.
Auro’s departure from TFC was expected, but he now becomes the third natural full-back to leave the Reds since the end of the 2022 MLS season after Luca Petrasso was traded to Orlando City SC, and Domenico Criscito announced his retirement from football.