Nacional president Rui Alves confirmed to Record that there have been contacts from Rio Ave for the acquisition of Chiheb Laabidi. According to Africafoot, Laabidi is also being considered by Rio Ave for a transfer. The player had shown some interest in leaving Nacional at the start of the season if an interesting proposal was made for him and for the club, and now considers leaving a very serious option in order to play more minutes and further his development.

Chiheb Labidi, aged 25, could depart from CD Nacional before the summer transfer window closes, as the Tunisian midfielder is seeking a move to get more playing time. Rio Ave and Gil Vicente in Portugal, along with second-division Spanish club Granada, are monitoring his situation. While no official offers have been made public, the player's desire for a transfer could accelerate negotiations. Labidi's contract with CD Nacional runs until 30 June 2027, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at 500,000 euros. He joined CD Nacional in September 2024 and has not yet been capped by the Tunisian national team.