Stade Rennais may have discovered a new gem in Aboubakar Nagida. The 20-year-old full-back, originally from Douala, particularly shone in the match won against AJ Auxerre (3-0). This performance highlighted the player's potential, which had already been glimpsed in a victory against Paris Saint-Germain (3-1).
Despite limited playing time under Habib Beye, with only 104 minutes played, the arrival of Franck Haise seems to have propelled Nagida to the forefront. His profile as a modern, versatile full-back with a notable offensive impact is already attracting the attention of several European clubs. His ability to play on both sides of the field and his contribution in the final third are valuable assets.
Nagida's volume of play and intensity do not go unnoticed, especially in the era of analytical scouting. The Turkish club Beşiktaş JK had expressed interest this winter with an offer of 5 million euros, which was refused by Rennes. His contract extension until 2029 puts the Breton club in a strong position to negotiate a potential future sale.
Beyond his qualities on the field, Nagida represents a strategic asset for Rennes. He embodies the success of the club's training and recruitment, strengthening its attractiveness to young talents. A potential sale of Nagida could generate a considerable capital gain, estimated between 15 and 20 million euros if his progress is confirmed.
In the meantime, Nagida can help Rennes achieve its sporting objectives, in particular qualification for a European competition, thus increasing his own market value. Stade Rennais seems to have all the cards in hand to carry out a major financial operation with its young Cameroonian full-back. His rise to the highest level could turn the trial into a real jackpot next summer.
