Francis Coquelin
FC Nantes/M/
FrancePlayer Info
Francis Coquelin is a tenacious and experienced French defensive midfielder, currently providing steel and know-how to FC Nantes in Ligue 1. Born on May 13, 1991, the 34-year-old built his reputation in England as a fierce ball-winner with an incredible engine. He rose to prominence at Arsenal, where after several loan spells, he became a vital part of Arsène Wenger's midfield, famous for his aggressive tackling and interception play during the 2014/15 season. A move to Valencia followed before he joined Villarreal, helping them win the 2021 UEFA Europa League. Coquelin's career is decorated with that European trophy, an FA Cup with Arsenal, and several Community Shields. Nicknamed "The Destroyer" for his combative style, his career is a testament to perseverance and defensive intelligence. Now back in France, he brings vast top-level experience to his boyhood club.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/01/30
Free player
FC NantesSigned
2024/06/30
Villarreal CFFree playerTerminated
2020/08/11
Valencia CFVillarreal CF7100000€
Transfer
2018/01/10
ArsenalValencia CF14000000€
Transfer
2014/12/11
Charlton AthleticArsenalLoan Ended
2014/11/02
ArsenalCharlton AthleticLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
FC NantesFRA Ligue 12025-2026
Matches
Games Played
11
Games Started
5
Minutes Per Game
407
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
4
Accurate Passes Per Game
161
Key Passes Per Game
2
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
11
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
5
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
9
Interceptions Per Game
4
Clearances Per Game
5
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
9
Be Fouled Per Game
4