Liverpool have sealed the £60m signing of 20‑year‑old centre‑back Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes. The French defender passed his medical on deadline day and will join a back line that includes Virgil van Dijk, Georginio Wijnaldum and Joe Gomez. The deal consists of a fixed £55m fee plus up to £5m in performance add‑ons, and he signs a five-year contract with an optional extra year.

Jacquet chose Anfield over Chelsea, who matched Liverpool’s offer, citing the club’s facilities and the chance to fulfil a lifelong dream. He recovered from a shoulder injury earlier this year, completed rehabilitation and is expected to take part in pre‑season training. His arrival aligns with Liverpool’s recent strategy of signing elite talent under 22, keeping the average age of new signings low.

Experts compare Jacquet to William Saliba and Wesley Fofana, noting his composure, passing range and aerial ability despite limited top‑flight experience. Coach Habib Beye warned that losing him would force Rennes to lower their ambitions. Jacquet now slots into a defensive unit aiming to restore Liverpool’s European dominance, providing depth and a long‑term solution at centre‑back.