Relegated French Ligue 1 side Nantes have started preparations for an instant return to the French top division by strengthening their team in areas that fell short last season, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
One of the areas they are looking at bolstering is in attack and they have already drawn up a list of possible targets, which includes a former striker of the Nigeria U20 team four years ago with Ladan Bosso as head coach.
He is Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi and according to the X Radio L1 account, FC Nantes have already contacted the Belgium club of the 24 year old OH Leuven over a possible deal.
FC Nantes are not alone in their pursuit of the Nigerian striker. According to Radio L1, Derby County are also monitoring the player. This competition could complicate negotiations in the coming weeks.
Last season, Ikwuemesi played 25 matches for OH Leuven, scoring four goals. These statistics are modest, but his physical profile and potential have attracted the attention of several European scouts
Daniel Martins
