L'Équipe reports on the expected transfer of Armel Bella-Kotchap to FC Nantes that has now fallen through. Armel Bella-Kotchap, a German international, was expected to join FC Nantes. An agreement was reached between Nantes and Southampton, and Bella-Kotchap was supposed to undergo a medical examination in Nantes. However, the transfer is now considered closed by Nantes due to issues with the player's entourage.

L'Équipe reports on Armel Bella-Kotchap's imminent transfer to FC Nantes. Armel Bella-Kotchap is close to joining FC Nantes. An agreement in principle has been reached between Southampton and Nantes for the player, who is an international German with 2 caps. The move is expected to be a loan with an option to buy for 9 million euros.

Nantes has expressed interest in securing a loan deal for 23-year-old German international Armel Bella-Kotchap, attributing this move to Radakovic's underwhelming performances during pre-season. Nonetheless, they are contending with significant competition from other clubs, notably several German teams such as Borussia Mönchengladbach and Werder Bremen, who have also shown interest in the player. The Canaries are motivated by Radakovic’s disappointing pre-season to actively pursue the Southampton defender. Bella-Kotchap, whose contract is valid until June 2026, has a market value of approximately €9.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Although Nantes is in a favorable market position due to substantial player sales, they must overcome fierce competition to finalize the loan deal for Bella-Kotchap. The club remains optimistic but is aware of the challenging market conditions.