Transaction tracker: TFC declines option on Sean Johnson
The veteran goalkeeper could still come back to Toronto FC in 2026 if he's signed to a new deal. If not, he'll become a free agent.
The transaction tracker at TFC Republic is a special feature where we will list all the roster additions and cuts, trades, signings and re-signings, and transfers made by Toronto FC, and examine what each move means for the club moving forward.
It's a great way to keep tabs on what Toronto FC is doing and how it's building its roster, as we look at each transaction in a bit of detail.
John Molinaro
October 24, 2025: End of season roster decisions
Toronto FC declined its 2025 contract options on goalkeeper Sean Johnson; defenders Kevin Long, Raoul Petretta and Sigurd Rosted; midfielder Nathaniel Edwards; and forwards Derrick Etienne Jr, Hugo Mbongue and Charlie Sharp. The club said it will remain in contract conversations with select players from this group.
Toronto picked up its one-year contract options on defenders Kobe Franklin and Nicksoen Gomis; midfielders Malik Henry and Kosi Thompson; and forwards Deandre Kerr and Jules-Anthony Vilsaint.
TFC have exercised their purchase option on winger Theo Corbeanu, while the loan deal for midfielder Maxime Dominguez will expire at the end of the year.
Quick analysis: Toronto FC fans who were expecting a mass exodus of players this off-season might be a little disappointed with Friday's announcement.
TFC ended up bringing back six of the 14 players who were in the option years of their contracts, while also exercising its purchase option on winger Theo Corbeanu who was on loan this season from Spanish outfit Granada CF.
