Nafta announced that Slovenian central midfielder Aleks Pihler, 32, is leaving the club. They stated that their captain is moving on to new challenges, which concludes an important chapter of their shared story. The club thanked Pihler for a year and a half of dedication, his leadership role on the pitch and in the dressing room, his fighting spirit, and the example he set for the team. They also thanked him for being part of their team and leading it as captain, and wished him luck in his future sporting career. Pihler, who has one cap for Slovenia, had a contract with the club until June 2027. His current Transfermarkt market value is €100k.