Liverpool gambled on Jacquet and it is paying off
Liverpool’s £60m signing Jeremy Jacquet has made an impressive start, establishing himself in defence and helping the club record four Premier League clean sheets. His assured performances suggest Liverpool’s decision to pursue him is paying off, after they had first followed Leny Yoro and later moved quickly to beat Chelsea to Jacquet.
The 21-year-old has started every Premier League and Champions League match, playing 956 minutes, second only to goalkeeper Alisson among Liverpool players. Despite recovering from a broken shoulder and a knee problem, he has made 19 tackles, 15 interceptions and 10 blocks in the league. His displays have also earned him a France debut and praise from coach Zinedine Zidane.
In short
- Jacquet has become a regular in Liverpool’s defence.
- He has played 956 minutes this season.
- Strong performances earned him a France debut.
Explained simply
Liverpool signed Jeremy Jacquet, a young French defender, for a reported £60m after first pursuing another centre-back, Leny Yoro. Chelsea were also interested, making the race for Jacquet part of a wider contest between leading clubs to recruit promising players.
The move matters because defenders are expected to help prevent goals while adapting to the pace and demands of a new team. Liverpool’s choice followed a period of injury problems for Jacquet, and his progress is being judged by how regularly he can play and contribute at both club and international level.