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Published on Dec 3, 2024 at 12:17 p.m. par
Abdel Maarous
FC Nantes in search of renewal. An old face could replace Antoine Kombouaré to save the Canaries.
While the FC Nantes struggling to stay in Ligue 1, a significant change could shake up the team. Antoine Kombouarecurrently in office, is no longer certain of keeping his place on the Canaries bench. According to West France, President Waldemar Kita would be in advanced discussions with Sergio Conceição, former coach appreciated by the club.
The draw against Paris Saint-Germain (1-1) offered Kombouaré a reprieve. However, the team is dangerously stagnating in 17th place in the standings. The sporting situation remains worrying, and the mixed results are no longer enough to convince management.
Sergio Conceição: The return of a savior?
Sergio Conceição, 50-year-old Portuguese coach, marked his move to FC Nantes during the 2016-2017 season. Arriving in December 2016 when the Canaries were in 19th place, he quickly turned the team around to finish in an impressive 7th place.
Freed from his commitments with FC Porto since this summer, Conceição is open to a return to France. His tactical pragmatism, his ability to motivate players and his demands on the pitch make him a serious candidate to revive FC Nantes.
According to information from West France, discussions between Waldemar Kita and Conceição began a week ago. The Nantes president, nostalgic for past successes, seems determined to bring back the Portuguese technician.
If Conceição accepts this challenge, his return could breathe new energy into a struggling team. His ability to unite a group and maximize the potential of the players could prove crucial to ensure survival.
FC Nantes is at a turning point in its season. With the specter of relegation looming, the return of Sergio Conceição could offer a breath of fresh air to the club. It remains to be seen whether the negotiations will succeed and whether Antoine Kombouaré will leave the ship in the days to come.
