Arsenal relaunches his recruit machine in France. The Gunners have opened discussions with Rennes to attach the services of a young central defender considered one of the most promising talents of his generation. Mikel Arteta wishes to strengthen his defensive sector and set his sights on a tricolor nugget that caused a sensation across the Channel.
Arsenal is preparing a discreet blow in Ligue 1
The target is called Jeremy Jacquet. The 20 -year -old defender evolves in Rennes and has just extended his contract until 2029, a sign of the confidence that Breton leaders grant him. Fabrizio Romano confirms that the contacts were established between Arsenal and the Rennais club to assess the feasibility of a transfer this summer.
Jacquet presents an attractive profile with his 12 appearances in the Rennes first team and his successful loan to Clermont last season (23 games, 2 goals in Ligue 2). French international in the youth categories, he notably finished finalist of the Euro U19 in 2014 and appears in the typical team of the tournament. Its current valuation is around 13.7 million euros.
A transfer conditioned by departures
The operation largely depends on the movements in the Arteta workforce. The potential departure of Jakub Kiwior, in search of playing time, could release a place in central defense. Despite the presence of Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Mosquera and Calafiori, the Spanish coach wishes to expand his defensive options to face a busy season.
Arsenal thus reconnects with its tradition to skim the French training, with various fortunes. If Anelka or Diaby have marked the history of the Gunners, others like Aliadière, Gilles Sunu or Jeff-Reine Adelaide have never confirmed their potential. In which category will Jacquet ranked? It is still necessary that this transfer materializes, because the negotiations only start between London and Rennes.
