After a disastrous end to his time at Newcastle, and an equally catastrophic loan spell at Hull, the France midfielder returned to his homeland last summer, signing for Nice on a free transfer.
His form since then has been incredible! He's netted 12 goals in 27 appearances for the Ligue Un side and even forced his way back in to the national team set-up.
Here's a little reminder of what we're missing...
What's the betting he lights up the Euros this summer whilst Newcastle prepare for life in the Championship?