Stade Rennais FC is chasing PSG striker Quentin Ndjantou, whose contract ends in June 2028, to replace departed forwards Embolo and Lepaul. According to TOP Mercato, signing Ndjantou would strengthen the attack before the summer transfer window closes.
Why is Stade Rennais targeting Ndjantou?
Stade Rennais, managed by Franck Haise, is looking to offset the loss of Breel Embolo and Esteban Lepaul, the club’s top scorer for the 2025-2026 season. Ndjantou, 21, has 15 appearances in all competitions, 10 in Ligue 1, but has not played a minute this season. The club needs a forward who can create and score, and Ndjantou has shown his potential in his limited outings.
What other players interest the club?
Meanwhile, Stade Rennais keeps a file on a PSG left-winger whose minutes are expected to dwindle. The club has also expressed interest in Martin Terrier, a young French striker, and Vitinha, a former Olympique de Marseille player, to diversify its offensive options.
Competition for Ndjantou
Stade Rennais is not the only club eyeing Ndjantou. Havre and Toulouse FC are also vying for the player, while foreign clubs such as Espanyol Barcelona, Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig and the Italian club Côme, coached by Cesc Fabregas, show interest. Côme finished fourth in Serie A and qualified for the Champions League, making its offer attractive.
Context of the match against PSG
The 2-2 draw on the first day of the 2025-2026 season, a Ligue 1 match, pitted PSG against Stade Rennais. Ndjantou was not in Luis Enrique’s squad for this game, and PSG has not played a minute of Ndjantou this season. The match, played on Sunday, highlighted the lack of depth in the Parisian attack.
Next steps for the club
Stade Rennais must now negotiate a transfer or loan with PSG, which could validate a loan solution for Ndjantou. The club will also need to finalize talks with other interested clubs to secure an arrival before the market closes. For upcoming fixtures, check our fixtures page, and to see the current standings, visit standings.
