While Antoine Kombouaré's situation is clearly weakening, FC Nantes could turn to an in-house technician. Highly appreciated internally, Stéphane Ziani is today a credible option.
Since his return to the helm of FC Nantes in 2024, Antoine Kombouaré has had a contrasting journey. The start was promising, with the Canaries having shown good solidity within Ligue 1. However, after the first international break, the team's performances deteriorated, accumulating several games without a win, particularly against opponents like Marseille and Lyon. The club is now positioned in the second half of the ranking, which raises questions about Kombouaré's stability within the club. The question of its future is openly posed by the local media.
Kombouaré, a costly dismissal
Waldemar Kita publicly comforted Antoine Kombouaré, indicating with a touch of humor that he hoped to “leave before him”. But the situation of FC Nantes leaves no room for doubt. Komboauré is in danger. The problem is that the cost of its eviction is heavy. With a salary estimated at 100,000 euros per month, and still 18 months of contract, Kita will have to take out the checkbook to make such a decision. Added to this are also the compensation for the staff… It is difficult to envisage a successor who is expensive after such a financial constraint to assume. This is why the idea of an “internal solution” makes sense.
Ziani time?
Coach of the reserve team, Stéphane Ziani is a highly appreciated personality within FC Nantes. In the Kita family, he is even one of the “favorites” of father and son. The idea of seeing him installed on the first team bench already circulated a year ago. Ziani could thus be a credible option if the club were to say goodbye to Kombouaré.
Related News :