FC Nantes is active in the summer transfer market. Alban Lafont, relegated to the third position on the team, should be loaned to the Panathinaikos for the 2025-2026 season, with no option to purchase. This decision marks a turning point in the career of the 26-year-old goalkeeper, who had established himself as a holder in Nantes after his arrival in 2019. However, the last season saw him lose his place in favour of newcomers, forcing him even to play in National 3 with the reserve. This loan in Greece offers her an opportunity to revive her career in a less mediated environment.

At the same time, the Nantes club made the arrival of Moroccan footballer Youssef El-Arabi, an experienced attacker aged 38. Free from any contract since the end of its passage to APOELE Nicoisie, El-Arabi is engaged with the Canaris, according to information of West France. This choice, considered bold, is due to his rich journey and his European experience. Formed in Caen, he moved to Granada, Al-Duhail and especially the Olympique de Marseille, where he played 11 Champions League matches and scored more than 80 goals in all competitions.

The arrival of El-Arabi in Nantes also has consequences for the potential departure of Ruben Blanco, guardian of the Olympique de Marseille, who was originally envisaged to join Athens. The Panathinaikos, who had initially targeted Blanco, finally preferred the profile of Alban Lafont. This situation illustrates the complex movements and strategic choices that characterize the summer mercato, where clubs seek to strengthen their staff while managing their financial resources and sports ambitions.