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.