Sidi Bane is close to leaving Portugal after just six months, with the Senegalese defender nearing a move from AFS Vila das Aves to Ligue 2 side Laval.
The 22-year-old only joined the Portuguese club last summer but is now expected to return to France as talks progress over a transfer.
According to Ouest-France, the deal is approaching its final stages, with Laval poised to secure the defender’s signature as they look to strengthen their squad.
Bane arrived at Vila das Aves from Racing Club de Lens during the most recent transfer window, hoping to establish himself in Portugal’s top flight.
However, his time with the club has been short-lived. AFS currently sit at the bottom of the Portuguese league, a situation that has prompted several changes as the season unfolds.
Before his move abroad, Bane impressed during a loan spell at Annecy, where his performances in Ligue 2 attracted attention.
That period remains a key reference point in his development and has played a role in renewing interest from clubs in France.
Laval, in particular, have identified the defender as a potential reinforcement as they continue their campaign in the second tier.
For Bane, a return to Ligue 2 would represent a familiar environment after a brief and challenging experience outside France.
The prospect of regular playing time appears central to the move, as the young defender looks to regain momentum at a crucial stage of his career.
AFS Vila das Aves, meanwhile, are expected to allow the player to depart despite his recent arrival.
The situation reflects the realities faced by clubs struggling near the foot of the table, where squad adjustments often become necessary midway through the season.
While the final details remain to be completed, all indications suggest that Bane’s stay in Portugal is coming to an early end.
If confirmed, the move would mark a swift return to French football for the Senegalese defender, as he prepares to open a new chapter with Laval.
