Sparta Prague did not exercise their option to buy 24-year-old Ecuadorian left-back Jhoanner Chávez, a decision confirmed by the club's head of communications, Pavel Jína. Chávez had joined Sparta Prague in February on a loan that included an option to buy, with the buyout clause reported to be 1.5 million euros. He did not play a single minute in a competitive match for Sparta Prague. The player, who has 7 caps for Ecuador, is returning to northeastern France and has a contract with RC Lens until June 30, 2028. His current market value is €2.20m, according to Transfermarkt.