In 2007, following Nantes' relegation from the first division, a host of clubs, including Deportivo de La Coruña, Getafe CF, UD Almería, Birmingham City and Newcastle United expressed an interest in the player.
In 2007, after Nantes' demotion from the top division, a number of clubs, including Deportivo de La Coruña, Getafe CF, UD Almería, Birmingham City and Newcastle United showed enthusiasm for the player.