Loaned to Nantes last season, Matthis Abline left for Rennes a few weeks ago. But, the Canaries really liked him during his stay and they decided to do something crazy to take him back permanently.
Matthis Abline’s heart had leaned towards Nantes compared to Rennes, and now his contract does the same. Trained at the Rouge et Noir, the 21-year-old striker was loaned to rivals Nantes last season. As soon as he arrived in Loire-Atlantique, he was quick to proclaim his love for the Canaries, provoking the anger of Rennes supporters. However, at the end of the season, he returned to Rennes, which activated his buyout clause set at 2 million euros. A heartbreak for FC Nantes, which Abline had helped save after a difficult season.
Abline signs in Nantes for 10 ME
Finally, Nantes decided to make a major financial effort to permanently link up with Matthis Abline. According to information from the regional daily Ouest-France, the final transfer of Abline to Nantes has been settled since Friday. The Canaries will spend no less than 10 million euros to afford the promising French striker. Bonuses could quickly be added to this sum. Abline will benefit from a 4-year contract with the FCN. This is the most expensive transfer in the club’s history, after Nantes offered Rennes 6 million euros a few weeks ago.
A famous bet while Nantes is still waiting for money from Ligue 1 TV rights. But, the Rennes have been tough in business and Nantes has succumbed to the demands of its regional rivals. It must be said that the young 21-year-old striker was Antoine Kombouaré’s priority in attack. During the season which has just ended, Abline scored 5 goals in 22 appearances in Ligue 1. He played a significant role in keeping Nantes in Ligue 1 and he especially benefits from the status of a French international in the categories of young people.
