FC Nantes secures its young talents for the future, especially after its relegation to Ligue 2. With a growing focus on youth development, several players from the academy have recently signed their first professional contracts. Among them is Tom Raiani, an 18-year-old left-back who has been repositioned as a left wing-back and has already taken his first steps with the professional team. Stéphane Moreau, U19 coach, highlights his game intelligence and adaptability, although he still needs to strengthen his athletic qualities to compete at the professional level.

Sanah Camara, an 18-year-old attacking midfielder, is also a product of the club, having started playing at the age of 6. He has recently been called up to the U17 national team and reached the Euro 2025 final. Moreau describes him as a talented player capable of shining in the finishing zone, but he needs to refine his game to become more effective. Despite a challenging season marked by injury, his potential remains intact.

Louka Gautier, another young player at 20, has proven himself as a left-back and participated in the last Youth League campaigns. Moreau describes him as a generous player capable of creating offensive situations through his speed and endurance. His development within the club has been remarkable, and he is ready to take the next step.

Finally, Taïgy Dugard, a 20-year-old central defender, has been a key part of the defense during the last two editions of the Youth League. Moreau emphasizes his defensive skills while noting that he needs to improve his ball distribution to establish himself at the professional level. These young talents represent the future of FC Nantes, which aims for a quick return to Ligue 1.