Jeremy Jacquet injury blow casts doubt over Liverpool defender's Anfield arrival

Jeremy Jacquet injury blow casts doubt over Liverpool defender's Anfield arrival

The 20-year-old defender was hurt during Rennes' 3-1 Ligue 1 defeat to RC Lens, falling awkwardly in the second half before leaving the pitch in visible pain. Rennes head coach Habib Beye admitted early signs were concerning.

"For Jeremy, it's his shoulder," Beye said. "We'll have time to see, but it's definitely quite serious."

Jacquet is set to join Liverpool at the end of the season after the Premier League club secured his signature in a 60 million pounds deal, including 55 million pounds upfront and 5 million pounds in performance-related add-ons. The France Under-21 international signed a five-year contract with the option of an additional year.

Liverpool beat competition from Chelsea to sign the highly rated centre-back after previously missing out on Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi.

Reds head coach Arne Slot praised Jacquet's arrival, describing him as a "very big talent" and highlighting the club's work in securing his signature.

Jacquet, who has won five caps for France Under-21s, will remain at Rennes for the rest of the season before completing his move to Anfield.

Liverpool are currently dealing with defensive injury problems, with Giovanni Leoni, Joe Gomez, Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley all sidelined ahead of their upcoming clash against Manchester City.

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