With the transfer window set to slam shut in 48 hours, FC Nantes is reportedly exploring a late attacking boost: Oumar Konaté, a 19-year-old Ivorian forward from AS Monaco, could join the Canaries on loan. Already an Ivory Coast U20 international and a two-time scorer in UEFA Youth League matches for Monaco, Konaté fits the young, technical profile Nantes wants to inject into its Ligue 2 campaign
With the transfer window closing in 48 hours, FC Nantes is reportedly eyeing a surprise attacking option: Oumar Konaté, a 19-year-old Ivorian forward from AS Monaco, could join the Canaries on loan. Already capped at U20 level for Ivory Coast and with two goals in UEFA Youth League matches for Monaco, Konaté fits the profile of a young, technical, and hungry striker that Nantes wants to add to its squad.uefa+3
As of now, neither Monaco nor Nantes has confirmed any talks, and several outlets urge caution over the unverified rumor. Still, after dropping other targets like Lasso Coulibaly and Timothé Nkada, landing a promising talent like Konaté at the last minute would be a bold move for coach Grégory Poirier as Nantes looks to climb the Ligue 2 table