Éric Zemmour, founder and president of Reconquête, confirmed in a September 2026 BFMTV interview that he intends to run as the party's 2027 presidential candidate, with formal announcement expected that fall. Sarah Knafo, the party's vice-president and MEP, has consistently described him as Reconquête's "natural candidate" and ruled out her own bid, including during her September book launch on public spending. Recent party events, such as the summer university in Port-Marly, have highlighted their joint visibility while underscoring Zemmour's leadership role. Knafo's rising media profile from municipal races and consultations has not shifted internal positioning, as Zemmour retains control of the movement he created after his 2022 run. These statements and party dynamics underpin trader consensus favoring Zemmour for the nomination.