Toronto FC II have confirmed the signing of former WAFA SC captain Gideon Waja for the American second-tier league.
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Multiple reports emerged that the defensive midfielder will not be playing for the MLS champions Toronto FC.
An official statement on the club's website read: ''Toronto FC II announced Tuesday that the club has signed midfielder Gideon Waja to a USL contract after reaching a transfer agreement with West Africa Football Academy SC (WAFA SC).
''The midfielder will be added to the roster upon receipt of his Canadian work permit.''
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Waja captained WAFA SC to finish second in the 2016/17 Ghana Premier League last season.
He made a total of 59 league appearances for the Academy Boys and scored five goals.