The Vancouver Whitecaps have acquired $150,000 in Targeted Allocation Money from the Chicago Fire in exchange for midfielder Tony Tchani.

“We are thankful to Tony for his time in Vancouver and wish him all the best with Chicago,” head coach Carl Robinson said. “This move will give us additional roster flexibility.”

Tchani made 30 appearance for the Whitecaps after joining the club in March of 2017, he scored four goals and added one assist.

The 28-year-old has also played for Columbus Crew, New York Red Bulls and Toronto FC since making his MLS debut in 2010.