Two former Nantes residents, HerbaGuirassy and BahmedDeuff, show that the Jonelière training continues to produce talents capable of establishing themselves abroad. While FCNantes faces uncertainties in Ligue2, these two young 20-year-old players stand out in their respective new clubs, highlighting the effectiveness of the Nantes training center.
HerbaGuirassy, who left Nantes for YoungBoys Bern in the summer, has already found his rhythm in the Swiss championship. During the October 24 match against FC St. Gallen, he scored his first goal in Bern colors, after a first attempt which hit the post. Two minutes later, he scored a second, earning the winger the man of the match award. His performance marked a turning point in his progress, allowing him to gain the confidence of the coach and to hope for regular starts in the weeks to come.
Likewise, BahmedDeuff, on loan to RoyalAntwerp with an option to buy, was voted man of the match in the 3-0 victory against Charleroi. As a midfield midfielder, he played for an hour before giving way to Christopher Scott. Although he did not score, his play was considered convincing by the coach. Antwerp broke a streak of five consecutive defeats, thanks to a goal from ThiboSomers, a penalty from SnayderPorozo and a third from ReinVanHelden. Deuff's performance thus contributed to a key moment for the Belgian club.
These two courses illustrate Jonelière's ability to train players ready to play in competitive European leagues. The performances of Guirassy in Switzerland and Deuff in Belgium show that former Nantes players can quickly adapt to new environments and become key elements of their teams. Although their individual trajectories do not guarantee a certain future, they confirm that the Nantes team remains a pool of talent capable of flourishing internationally.
In a context where FCNantes must face sporting difficulties and questions about its management, these foreign successes offer a positive contrast. They underline the importance of the work carried out at Jonelière and the possibility for former residents to continue their development beyond their time with the Canaries. The future of these two players will now be closely monitored, both by their clubs and by Nantes supporters, who hope to see their former protégés continue to progress and represent the quality of the Nantes team on the European scene.