Nantes midfielder Jean-Philippe Gbamin is reportedly attracting strong interest from CSKA Moscow, a club where he previously spent time on loan. The 29-year-old Ivorian international has struggled to secure a regular place in Nantes’ starting XI since his move to the Ligue 1 side this summer, sparking speculation about a possible transfer.
Gbamin’s time at Nantes has been challenging, with the player featuring in just seven matches, only two of which he started.
His limited impact comes as the Canaries continue to battle near the lower end of the Ligue 1 table, leaving the midfielder open to exploring options elsewhere.
According to L’Équipe , CSKA Moscow is keen on reuniting with Gbamin, who left a positive impression during his loan spell at the Russian club in 2022.
Gbamin himself reportedly holds fond memories of his time in Moscow, which could make a return to the Russian Premier League an appealing prospect.
A move back to CSKA could offer Gbamin the chance to reignite his career after a lackluster start to his tenure in France.
With his defensive and box-to-box qualities, he could fit seamlessly into CSKA’s system, which has already proven to suit his playing style during his previous stint.
The transfer window presents an opportunity for both the player and CSKA Moscow, as the club seeks to strengthen its midfield options.
For Gbamin, the potential move could provide regular playing time and a platform to recapture his best form, something he has struggled to achieve at Nantes.
While no official offer has been made, the growing interest from CSKA Moscow signals a possible exit for the midfielder as the January transfer window approaches.
Should the deal materialize, it could be a pivotal step in Gbamin’s efforts to revive his career at the top level.
Ivorian international defensive midfielder Jean-Philippe #Gbamin (29 years old, 1m86), very little used at #FCNantes (L1), would have been sounded out by #CSKA (RUS), club to which he had been loaned in the second half of the 2021-22 season by Everton (ENG) pic.twitter.com/fR1KKIeMgC
— Golazo Lorenzo (@LorenzoGolazo) November 27, 2024
