TORONTO - Toronto FC wants its captain back. But it appears the MLS team wants to do it diplomatically.
De Rosario, who had expressed unhappiness at his TFC contract last season, surprised some when he turned up training at Scotland's Celtic last month. That stint is now over.
The MLS team says it expects De Rosario to be back for the start of pre-season training.
"Celtic inquired about the possibility of extending Dwayne's time with them," Toronto coach Aron Winter said Friday. "My preference is for Dwayne to start the season with Toronto FC right from training camp.
"We are making a fresh start and need a strong competitive camp. Dwayne is the captain and leader and needs to be part of building a new winning culture."
The 32-year-old attacking midfielder earned US$443,750 last season, about a quarter of what designated player Julian de Guzman made
