Werder Bremen are reportedly poised to sign French forward Kenny Quetant from AC Le Havre when his contract expires this summer. Multiple reports from German outlets, including Bild and Sky Germany, indicate that Werder have moved ahead of SC Freiburg in the pursuit of the 19-year-old striker. Journalist Christoph Michel has also corroborated the increasing likelihood of Quetant joining the Green-Whites.
Quetant has been a developing talent within the Le Havre academy, and his impending free transfer has attracted interest from several Bundesliga clubs. Freiburg were previously considered the favourites to secure his signature, but Werder Bremen have seemingly made a more compelling offer. Details of the offer haven't been disclosed, but Bild reports that Quetant is expected to agree to a four-year contract with Werder once the current season concludes.
Werder Bremen are currently undergoing a period of rebuilding under Ole Werner, having secured promotion back to the Bundesliga in 2022. The club has focused on bringing in young, promising players to build a sustainable future, and Quetant appears to fit that profile. The addition of a young forward could provide competition and depth to Werder’s attacking options, potentially complementing existing players like Niclas Füllkrug.
AC Le Havre, who play in the French second tier, Ligue 2, have been unable to agree terms on a contract extension with Quetant, leading to his availability on a free transfer. This represents a significant opportunity for Werder to acquire a potentially valuable asset without an upfront transfer fee. The club will only need to cover the player’s wages and any associated signing bonuses.
Quetant’s arrival at Werder Bremen would likely be viewed as a long-term investment, providing the club with a dynamic attacking option for years to come. His development in the Bundesliga will be closely watched, and a successful integration could significantly bolster Werder’s attacking capabilities.
