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Monaco submit €20m bid for Nantes’ Matthis Abline
TL;DR
Monaco has submitted a €20 million bid for Nantes' Matthis Abline, which includes €15 million upfront and €5 million in performance-related add-ons. Nantes has rejected the offer, seeking nearly double the amount as they face potential relegation to Ligue 2.
Key points
- Monaco submitted a €20 million bid for Matthis Abline
- Bid includes €15 million upfront and €5 million in add-ons
- Nantes rejected the offer, seeking nearly double the amount
- Nantes faces potential relegation to Ligue 2
- Monaco aims to strengthen their squad this summer
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Monaco submit €20m bid for Nantes’ Matthis Abline
AS Monaco have submitted an opening bid to FC Nantes to sign Matthis Abline (23), according to **L’Equipe.**The outlet understands that Les Monégasques‘ bid rises to €15m and includes a further €5m in performance-related add-ons.
Nantes have reportedly rejected Monaco’s bid as they intend to receive close to double what ASM could be offering, although Les Canaris could be in no position to get greedy considering they are very likely now to feature in Ligue 2 next season. After losing to Brittany rivals Rennes this Sunday, Les Canarisremain five points adrift to 16th-placed Auxerre with three games left to play.
L’Equipereports that, with or without European qualification, AS Monaco have a busy summer transfer window on their hands with Maghnes Akliouche and Folarin Balogun all expected to depart. Their early interest in Abline probably means they intend to get ahead of the pack of teams who also hold an interest in the
Q&A
Why did Nantes reject Monaco's €20 million bid for Matthis Abline?
Nantes rejected the bid because they are looking for nearly double the offered amount, despite their precarious position in the league.
What are the implications of Matthis Abline's potential transfer for Monaco?
Monaco's interest in Abline indicates their intent to strengthen their squad amid expected departures, regardless of European qualification.