FC Nantes rejects Monaco's €20 M offer for Matthis Abline

FC Nantes has again shut the door on AS Monaco this Wednesday, turning down a total bid of €20 million for striker Matthis Abline. Owner Waldemar Kita and his son Franck, who run the club, reiterated that the player will only leave Beaujoire for a sum close to €30 million, according to their own valuation.

Why Monaco didn't convince?

After an initial €15 million offer plus €5 million in bonuses, Monaco raised the package to €17 million with €3 million in bonuses, bringing the total to €20 million. L’Équipe confirmed these figures. Despite the increase, the Kita duo consider the proposal insufficient given Abline's potential, who scored eight goals across all competitions last season. Transfermarkt lists him at €20 million on the market, but Nantes aims higher.

What does this mean for the Canaries?

The refusal signals a clear policy: FC Nantes will not bow to pressure. By holding firm, the club hopes to force Monaco to improve its bid or abandon the pursuit altogether. If no counter‑proposal meets Nantes' demands, the saga could drag on all summer, leaving the striker position unchanged.

Current club context

In Ligue 1, FC Nantes sit 17th with 23 points (5 W‑8 D‑20 L) after 33 games, recent form L‑W‑L‑L‑D. The Canaries have scored 29 goals and conceded 52, a –23 goal difference, and sit 53 points behind leaders Paris Saint‑Germain. This precarious standing makes every financial decision critical.

What comes next?

Monaco may return with a more ambitious offer, which could let Nantes secure the amount they desire. Otherwise, the club will need to explore alternatives, such as a loan or scouting a cheaper replacement. In any case, the hierarchy shows they will not give up easily, protecting their key assets for the remainder of the campaign.