Liverpool Sign Jeremy Jacquet in £60m Deal

Liverpool have secured the signing of Rennes centre-back Jérémy Jacquet for a reported fee of £60 million. The 20-year-classic will officially join the club on July 1, 2026.

Deal Details

The agreement includes a fixed fee of £55 million, with a potential additional £5 million in performance-related add-ons Sky Sports. Chelsea also made a similar offer, but Jacquet ultimately chose Liverpool, believing he will have more regular playing opportunities at Anfield Sky Sports.

Jacquet’s Career to Date

Born on July 13, 2005, in Bondy, France, Jacquet currently plays as a centre-back for Rennes. He made his professional debut for Rennes on January 13, 2024, in a 2–0 victory against Nice Wikipedia. He then joined Clermont Foot on loan for the remainder of the 2023-2024 season, and continued with them in Ligue 2 for the 2024-2025 season before being recalled by Rennes in February 2025 Wikipedia. He recently extended his contract with Rennes until 2029 before agreeing to the pre-contract deal with Liverpool Wikipedia.

Liverpool’s Defensive Situation

The signing addresses concerns about Liverpool’s defensive depth. As of February 2, 2026, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate are the only fit senior central defenders, with Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni currently injured Sky Sports. Konate’s contract is also set to expire at the end of the season Sky Sports.

International Experience

Jacquet has represented France at various youth levels, including U17, U18, U19, U20, and U21 Wikipedia. He was a runner-up in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2024 Wikipedia.

Looking Ahead

Jacquet is expected to bolster Liverpool’s defense for years to come. The club views him as a key part of their long-term strategy, alongside fellow young defender Giovanni Leoni Liverpool.com.