Nantes, in its effort to maintain its position, attempted to acquire Aboubakar Sylla but eventually decided to pursue Saïdou Sow instead.

FC Nantes is considering the acquisition of Abakar Sylla, a 22-year-old Ivorian defender, on a six-month loan to bolster their central defense, following Nathan Zézé's extended absence. Sylla was acquired by Strasbourg for €20 million during the summer of 2023. However, Sylla has seen reduced playing time since recovering from an adductor injury, as coach Liam Rosenior has favored the Sarr-Doukouré partnership. FC Nantes perceives this as an opportunity to negotiate a loan arrangement, with the aim of strengthening their efforts in the relegation battle.