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TFC Tidbits: Nelson Palacio out for the rest of the season

The Colombian midfielder will have to wait until 2027 to make his Toronto FC debut after having thigh surgery this week.

John Molinaro

Sep 16, 2026 — 3 min read

Nelson Palacio during his time at Real Salt Lake. (Photo courtesy of MLS)

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.

Midfielder underwent thigh surgery on Tuesday

Nelson Palacio's 2026 season with Toronto FC is over before it even had a chance to get started.

TFC announced that the Colombian midfielder underwent successful thigh surgery on Tuesday and that he will miss the remainder of the MLS campaign. Coach Robin Fraser said that the club expects Palacio to be able to return to action in time for the 2027 MLS Sprint season.

Transaction tracker: Toronto FC signs Antone Bossenberry

Toronto FC signed youth academy and TFC 2 product Antone Bossenberry to a "homegrown player" contract.

Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. Orlando City SC

Mike Gramajo of WESH 2 News previews Wednesday's game between TFC and Orlando at BMO Field.

Toronto FC vs. Orlando City: What you need to know

TFC kick off a crucial week on Wednesday when they host Orlando in the first of two game across four days.

TFC Talk: Make-or-break win for Reds after big win in 401 Derby

Reporter James Grossi discusses Toronto's dramatic win vs. Montreal and the ultra-important week it now faces.