Voetbalprimeur.nl reported that Dylan Mbayo has left PEC Zwolle to complete the season on loan at the French club Stade Lavallois. Following the loan period, Mbayo is set to return to PEC Zwolle, where he has also extended his contract until the middle of 2028. Technical director Gerry Hamstra explained that Mbayo requires more playing time, which he is not currently receiving at PEC Zwolle because of competition. Hamstra stated that the club still sees significant potential in Mbayo, which is shown by the early contract extension, and for this reason decided to loan him to the Ligue 2 team.

Dylan Mbayo, a 24-year-old Belgian and DR Congolese winger, is absent from the match squad against AZ to finalize a transfer. According to French media, Stade Lavallois could be the destination for Dylan Mbayo. It is not clear if Stade Lavallois intends to buy or loan Dylan Mbayo. He joined PEC Zwolle in July 2025, and his contract with the club expires in June 2026. The former Belgium U19 international has 10 caps and 1 goal. His current market value is €1.00m, according to Transfermarkt. In the current Eredivisie season, he has made 14 appearances and provided one assist.