Moses Simon is preparing to say goodbye to FC Nantes, the club where he carved out a legacy, as a move to Ligue 1 newcomers Paris FC inches closer to completion.

Since arriving from Levante in 2020, initially on loan before sealing a €5 million permanent transfer, Simon has become a household name at the Stade de la Beaujoire. In 201 appearances, the Nigerian international has scored 33 goals and provided 42 assists — the most in Nantes’ history across all competitions. His 38 Ligue 1 assists are also a club record.

But now, a new chapter beckons in the French capital.

With Paris FC offering a deal slightly above their initial €5 million bid and only a year left on Simon’s contract, Nantes are under increasing pressure to cash in. Despite earlier interest from Premier League clubs like Everton and Leeds United, it is Paris FC — buoyed by the backing of the Arnault family and Red Bull — who have emerged as frontrunners. Personal terms have already been agreed with Simon.

So why Paris FC? Here are the three major reasons driving Simon’s decision:

1. A Passport to the Future
Remaining in France allows Simon to continue his journey toward acquiring French citizenship. Gaining dual nationality would open up long-term lifestyle and career benefits for the 29-year-old winger and his family.

2. A Financial Step Up
Reports suggest Paris FC’s salary offer trumps Simon’s current €120,000-a-month deal at Nantes. Beyond the base wage, the package includes performance-related bonuses and a longer contract, offering him both security and reward.

3. Parisian Prestige
The allure of life in the iconic capital is strong. From global visibility to a vibrant lifestyle and a club on the rise, the move presents a unique blend of sporting ambition and personal appeal.

While Nantes president Waldemar Kita has taken a hard stance in transfer talks — as seen with Marseille’s failed €40 million move for Matthis Abline — Simon’s situation is different. With his contract winding down and the player eager for a fresh start, the Canaries are now open to a deal worth between €5 million and €10 million.

It’s the end of an era for Nantes, but for Moses Simon, it could be the beginning of something even brighter under the Paris lights.