"Liverpool have successfully fended off a dramatic late attempt from Manchester United to hijack the transfer of highly rated Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, sealing what is increasingly viewed as one of the most strategic defensive signings of the window. According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, Man United made a last-ditch push in the final hours to tempt Jacquet away from Liverpool, but the move came too late."
"By that stage, Liverpool already had a full agreement in place with both the player and Stade Rennais, leaving little room for disruption. Why Liverpool won the battle for Jeremy Jacquet Jacquet, 20, has been one of the most talked-about young defenders in Europe in recent weeks, with Chelsea also strongly linked amid their defensive injury concerns. The French centre-back's composure in possession, physical presence, and tactical maturity have led many scouts to tip him as a future world-class defender."
Liverpool completed the signing of 20-year-old Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet after reaching full agreement with both the player and Stade Rennais. Manchester United made a last-minute attempt to hijack the transfer but arrived after Liverpool had concluded terms. Chelsea were also linked due to defensive injuries, but Liverpool presented a clear pathway to first-team football and a long-term sporting project that appealed to Jacquet and his representatives. Scouts praise Jacquet's composure in possession, physical presence, tactical maturity, aerial play, ball distribution, spatial awareness, aggression and tackling. Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Liverpool's move was fully agreed with Rennes and the player.
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