Phenix Capital pushes to acquire FC Nantes despite halted talks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 12:29 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Phenix Capital pushes to acquire FC Nantes despite halted talks

Summary

Phenix Capital is seeking to finalize the acquisition of FC Nantes, despite owner Waldemar Kita stating he has definitively halted discussions. The announcement was made on October 22, 2026. Phenix Capital reportedly wants more time to ensure financial guarantees necessary for the sale, estimated at over €100 million. Despite the setback, the firm remains hopeful that negotiations can resume. FC Nantes manager Grégory Poirier viewed the end of talks as a positive development, emphasizing stability as beneficial for the club's focus on sporting affairs.

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Key Details

•Waldemar Kita halts talks for FC Nantes sale to Phenix Capital.
•Phenix Capital requests more time for financial assurances.
•Talks halted despite Phenix Capital's ongoing hope to finalize the deal.
•Grégory Poirier views the end of talks as a positive for the club.
•The proposed sale involves over €100 million.

Latest Updates

12:29 PMYahoo Sports — Phenix Capital ‘still hopes to finalise’ acquiring FC Nantes, despite owner Waldemar Kita’s announcement to halt talks

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Only a very wise person could say how this matter will ultimately be resolved. Whilst Waldemar Kita, chairman and owner of FC Nantes since 2007, announced in a statement on Thursday that he was “def...
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