Will FC Nantes and its new coach, Michel Der Zakarian, give a new chance to Francis Coquelin? Since his arrival at the club in winter 2025, the midfielder has spent as much time on the pitch as in the infirmary. At 35, he has to cope with a tired body that hasn't played for long months in 2024. Is Der Zakarian ready to revive him? Under contract with FC Nantes until June 2026, Francis Coquelin is one of the question marks of the moment. With the arrival of the new coach, the cards are reshuffled. Will he be able to give a last chance to this fragile player, like his former Arsenal teammate, Abou Diaby? The experience and technical accuracy of a Francis Coquelin would do a lot of good to the yellow and green collective. FC Nantes needs experienced players to face the challenges of Ligue 1. And with Der Zakarian at the helm of the team, maybe Francis Coquelin will finally have the opportunity to show all his potential. But for that, he will have to be able to stay fit and play regularly. So maybe FC Nantes and Der Zakarian will find a way to keep him fit and give him the chance to shine on the pitch. The FC Nantes's fans are waiting to see what will happen next. Francis Coquelin's career has been marked by injuries, but he still has a lot to offer. Der Zakarian's experience and knowledge of the game could be just what he needs to get back on track.