Karim Zoabi Set to Join Portuguese Cup Holder Tondela After Challenging Season

Karim Zoabi, the 20-year-old forward from Rio Ave, is expected to transfer to Tondela, the surprising holders of the Portuguese Cup. After a difficult season in Portugal's top league, where Zoabi made only six appearances and scored one goal, the young striker is preparing for a new chapter in the Portuguese second division. According to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Zoabi will sign with Tondela until the summer of 2029 and is scheduled to complete his medical tests in the coming days.

Tondela, a modest club in Portugal's second tier, made headlines last season by winning the national cup, defeating teams such as Casa Pia and Sporting Lisbon in the final. Zoabi's overall record with Rio Ave includes 19 appearances, two goals, and two assists, along with six matches for the club's reserve team, where he scored once and provided one assist. This move marks a significant step for Zoabi as he seeks more playing time and development opportunities.