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Liverpool secure £60m defender Jeremy Jacquet after PSG hesitation

Liverpool have signed 23‑year‑old centre‑back Jeremy Jacquet for £60m, after PSG had previously passed on him. The French defender will join Anfield under Arne Slot.

Liverpool closed a £60m deal for 23‑year‑old centre‑back Jeremy Jacquet, a player who had been on PSG’s radar but was ultimately passed over. The French defender will arrive at Anfield to bolster Arne Slot’s defensive rebuild.

Standing 6’4″, Jacquet has become one of Europe’s most effective aerial duels specialists and has shown improved passing and composure under pressure. He is expected to join after completing rehabilitation from shoulder surgery.