FC Nantes eyes major player sales after relegation to Ligue 2

Relegated to Ligue 2, FC Nantes is preparing to raise funds by selling several high‑value players. President Waldemar Kita has set a €40 million price tag on striker Matthis Abline, noting interest from English clubs such as Crystal Palace and Sunderland as well as Roma, while rejecting a €20 million offer from Monaco.

Defender Tylel Tati, an 18‑year‑old centre‑back valued at €25‑30 million, is attracting attention from European teams; the club is considering keeping him to help the squad in Ligue 2. Midfielder Johann Lepenant, under contract until 2029 and valued around €7 million, is linked with a potential move to FC Lorient.

These sales are seen as essential for the club’s finances, especially under DNCG salary constraints, and could shape Nantes’ strategy for a swift return to Ligue 1.