Samuel Bastien is under contract at Fortuna Sittard, and RAAL La Louvière is interested in him returning to Belgium. According to Sudinfo, negotiations are progressing positively. There is not yet a definitive agreement, but Belgian media indicate that an agreement is certainly possible.

Journalist Sacha Tavolieri indicated a potential return of Samuel Bastien, a 29-year-old central midfielder with dual Belgian and DR Congo nationality, to the Belgian league. Promoted club La Louviere is reportedly showing strong interest in Bastien, and talks are ongoing with the Congolese player for a winter transfer. Discussions are underway to explore the possibility of a deal this winter, according to Sacha Tavolieri. Bastien joined his current club, Fortuna Sittard, in August 2024 and is under contract until June 2027. The midfielder, who has 8 caps for DR Congo, has made 3 Eredivisie appearances this season and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €400k.