Liverpool have officially announced the signing of Jérémy Jacquet from Stade Rennais for a reported fee of €70 million. The transfer was confirmed by the club on Wednesday, with Jacquet expressing his enthusiasm about joining the Premier League side.
According to reports, Liverpool had reached an agreement with Rennes five months prior to the official announcement, suggesting a protracted negotiation process. The French defender arrives at Anfield as Liverpool seek to bolster their defensive options ahead of the upcoming season.
Jacquet has steadily risen through the ranks at Stade Rennais, becoming a key figure in their backline. He has consistently demonstrated strong tackling ability and composure under pressure, attributes that likely attracted the attention of Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp. While not yet a fully established international, Jacquet has represented France at youth levels and is expected to challenge for a place in the senior squad in the coming years.
Liverpool’s pursuit of Jacquet signals a potential long-term strategy to address the future of their central defense. With Virgil van Dijk entering the later stages of his career, and Ibrahima Konaté having faced injury issues, the club is proactively seeking to secure a reliable successor. Jacquet’s arrival could allow him to learn from Van Dijk and gradually integrate into the team.
Jacquet himself stated he believes he has made the right choice and feels very good at Liverpool. The substantial transfer fee reflects Liverpool’s confidence in his potential and their willingness to invest in top talent. The signing could provide competition for places and add depth to a squad aiming to challenge for both domestic and European honors.
This acquisition follows recent reports linking German international Nathaniel Brown with a move to Bayern Munich, highlighting the continued activity in the summer transfer window across Europe’s top leagues. The transfer window is expected to remain busy as clubs prepare for the 2026/27 season.
