Liverpool have announced an agreement with Stade Rennais FC to sign France-born defender of Ivorian descent, Jeremy Jacquet.
The deal was confirmed hours after Africasoccer reported that the Reds have beaten competition from Premier League rivals Manchester United and Chelsea to secure the services of the defender.
“Liverpool have reached an agreement for the transfer of Jeremy Jacquet from Stade Rennais, with the defender set to join the club ahead of the 2026-27 season, subject to a work permit and international clearance.
“The Reds have secured a deal for the 20-year-old that will see him complete the remainder of the current campaign in Ligue 1 and move to Anfield in the summer on a long-term contract,” Liverpool announced on Monday night.
We have reached an agreement for the transfer of Jeremy Jacquet from Stade Rennais, with the defender set to join the club ahead of the 2026-27 season, subject to a work permit and international clearance 🙌🔴
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) February 2, 2026
Jacquet’s arrival is seen as a long-term solution to bolster the centre-back department, giving Liverpool both youth and quality in a crucial area of the squad.
Jacquet will become the second central defender to arrive at Anfield from Europe this season, following Giovanni Leoni’s £26 million move from Parma last year.
