Lassina Traore's contract with Shakhtar Donetsk expires on June 30, 2026, and will not be extended, as he does not have a future at the club. His agents are looking for a new club for him, which could theoretically offer Shakhtar Donetsk a symbolic transfer fee in January. According to Sport.ua, his representatives are currently focused on finding options for him in Turkey.

Antwerp FC is keen on signing Lassina Traoré to strengthen their attacking options. Traoré is currently playing for Shakhtar Donetsk and has one year remaining on his contract. The club is prepared to pay 2.5 million euros for the Burkinese international, who is at the top of their wishlist for the striker position. Despite Shakhtar's coach, Arda Turan, wanting to keep Traoré, all parties are in discussions. Marc Overmars, who has a history with Traoré from their time at Ajax, is pushing for the reunion.