New defender for Chelsea? The Londoners are in talks with Rennes over signing Jeremy Jacquet

London's Chelsea, following a change in head coach, are conducting an active winter transfer campaign. One of their main transfer targets is Rennes' French defender Jeremy Jacquet.

Details: According to insider Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are working on their first signing for 2026. The Blues are showing serious interest in Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet. The 20-year-old is on the English club's shortlist and is considered one of the team's top priorities.

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The player himself is open to a step up and sees Chelsea as an excellent option for continuing his career. This season, Jacquet has made 17 appearances across all competitions, picking up four yellow cards and one red. Transfermarkt values the player at €20 million, and his current contract with the French side runs until June 2029.

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