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Chelsea Eyes Rennes Wonderkid Jacquet
18 Jan
Summary
- Chelsea is negotiating a transfer for defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.
- Jacquet, 20, has been a consistent starter for Rennes in Ligue 1 this season.
- He signed a contract extension with Rennes until 2029 in May.
Chelsea is actively pursuing a transfer for Jeremy Jacquet, a promising 20-year-old centre-half from French club Rennes. Negotiations between the two clubs are currently underway, though a deal has not yet been finalized.
Jacquet has established himself as a key player for Rennes this season, starting in every available Ligue 1 match and showcasing strong defensive skills and ball progression. His performances have also attracted attention from other clubs, including a past interest from Arsenal.
Despite this transfer speculation, Jacquet committed his future to Rennes by signing a contract extension in May, which is set to keep him at the club until 2029. He has represented France at various youth levels, including five appearances for the U21 team.
