Jeremy Jacquet Departs Rennes for Liverpool Transfer
Jeremy Jacquet, 20, leaves Stade Rennais for Liverpool. The defender's move involves a €65 million fee excluding bonuses. He will join the Reds after seven years in Brittany.
Jacquet arrived at Stade Rennais at age 14. He spent the following seven years in the club's system. The period shaped his defensive skills.
Liverpool recruited Jacquet in the winter before his transfer. The English club triggered a record €65 million deal for the French defender. Bonuses are not included in the disclosed amount.
Jacquet is a France youth international. At 20, he has already featured for French youth teams. His international experience adds to his profile.
In his pre‑departure interview, Jacquet expressed optimism about his future at Liverpool. He highlighted the opportunity to compete in the Premier League. He anticipates learning from the club's experienced defenders.
Jacquet will join Liverpool in the coming weeks. The transfer adds a French defender to Liverpool's squad. He will aim to compete for a starting role.