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TFC Tidbits: Lazar Stefanovic expected to be sidelined for 8-10 weeks

Robin Fraser confirmed that the young centre back has a broken fifth metatarsal in his foot and that he’s “going to be out for a while."

John Molinaro

May 14, 2026 — 2 min read

TFC's Lazar Stefanovic. (Photo by Lucas Kschischang/Toronto FC)

Welcome to TFC Tidbits, a special feature at TFC Republic that curates bits and pieces of news about what's going on with Toronto FC.

Young defender dealing with a broken fifth metatarsal

Toronto FC will have to make do without defender Lazar Stefanovic until well after the upcoming MLS break for this summer’s FIFA World Cup.

TFC coach Robin Fraser confirmed after Thursday’s practice that the young centre back has a broken fifth metatarsal in his foot and that he’s “going to be out for a while.”

TFC Tidbits: Discussions with José Cifuentes ongoing

Robin Fraser told TFC Republic that talks between the MLS club, the veteran midfielder and Rangers are continuing.

Toronto FC facing a make-or-break portion of the season

In a 1-on-1 interview, Apple TV commentator Kaylyn Kyle discusses the importance of TFC's upcoming six-game road swing, and more.

Taking a look at Toronto FC's player salaries for this season

TFC Republic does a deep dive into the salary numbers, examining every player's wages and salary cap hit for the 2026 campaign.

Reader mailbag: Should MLS increase the size of rosters?

With as many as 11 players out injured this year, Toronto FC would certainly benefit from MLS rosters being expanded beyond 30 players.