Nottingham Forest have announced the departure of Richie Laryea for Toronto FC.

The defender leaves for MLS in a permanent transfer.

Forest confirmed: “Laryea, who made five appearances for The Reds, now returns to Canada. We wish Richie well for the future and thank him for his service."

Canada international Laryea played five times for Forest.

The 29 year-old attracted a loan offer from Red Star Belgrade in January.