Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: Overhauling roster not so easy

Toronto FC has too many players who are contractually guaranteed for 2024 and is tied down by too many bad contracts.

John Molinaro

Nov 7, 2023 — 7 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as the off-season quietly marches along for the rebuilding MLS club.

Too many players under contract for Toronto FC

After being quiet for a few weeks, Toronto FC made some noise last Thursday when it announced its end-of-season roster decisions.

TFC revealed they'd declined their options on goalkeepers Greg Ranjitsingh and Tomás Romero, defender Themi Antonoglou, midfielder Víctor Vázquez and forward C.J. Sapong. At the same time, TFC exercised its options on goalkeeper Luka Gavran and midfielder Alonso Coello.

TFC Tidbits: John Herdman to cooperate with Canada Soccer investigation

Herdman: "I'm highly confident that in my time... at an Olympic Games or World Cup, we’ve never been involved in any of those activities."

Aimé Mabika eager to prove he deserves more chances at TFC

"It's difficult, but it is part of the process. It’s part of being a professional," the defender said of his lack of playing time.

Toronto FC vs. New York Red Bulls: What you need to know

TFC opens their 2024 Leagues Cup campaign with a tricky road game vs. the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.

Canada Soccer Talk: Cheating scandal envelops national teams

Canada Soccer CEO Kevin Blue spoke to the media on Friday about the scandal that has cast a dark shadow over Canadian soccer.