Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet, with the total package set to reach up to £60 million.
The 20-year-old has quickly become one of the standout young defenders in France, and Liverpool have moved early to secure him after tracking his progress.
It has been revealed that the agreement includes a structure that could take the overall fee to £60m, underlining how strongly Liverpool believe in Jacquet’s long-term potential.
Jacquet has built a reputation for playing with calm under pressure and a strong reading of the game, traits that have made him a key figure for Rennes despite his age.
Those close to his development point to the way he steps out from the back, holds his line and wins duels as reasons he has been valued so highly, with Liverpool convinced his style will translate to the Premier League.
The move is another statement of intent from Liverpool as they look to strengthen in central defence, and the club have now put the framework in place to bring Jacquet to Anfield in a deal that could climb to that £60m figure.
