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TFC Tidbits: No contract renewal talks with Kevin Long so far

The centre back's deal runs out at the end of this season and even though he turns 35 in August he wants to keep playing.

John Molinaro

Apr 25, 2025 — 2 min read

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

Veteran defender is out of contract at end of this season

Kevin Long has firmly established himself as a regular contributor for Toronto FC ever since he was acquired via transfer from English club Birmingham City prior to the start of last season.

Whether the veteran Irish centre back will return to TFC next season remains to be seen. Long is out of contract with the Reds at the end of this year and his current deal doesn't include an option clause.

Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. New York City FC

Andrew Leigh of Hudson River Blue previews Saturday's match between Toronto FC and New York City FC at BMO Field.

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

TFC will attempt to make it two wins in a row and extend their unbeaten run to five games when they host NYCFC on Saturday.

TFC quarterly report: Where do things stand with the Reds?

Toronto FC has shown progress through the first quarter of the MLS season, but the month of May looms large and will test its resolve.

Sigurd Rosted a key figure in TFC's defensive resurgence

Criticized for his uneven form over the last two campaigns, Rosted has been one of the Reds' most reliable performers this season.