Liverpool eye late move for Jeremy Jacquet as Fabrizio Romano lifts lid on January plans

Liverpool are running out of time to change their squad before the January transfer window slams shut, yet there remains quiet activity behind the scenes. With Arne Slot having already delivered a Premier League title in 2024/25, the current campaign has been about consolidation and forward planning. Despite that, the Reds have yet to make a single move in or out this month, something that has not gone unnoticed by supporters.

There was genuine potential for movement when Tottenham Hotspur agreed terms with Liverpool over a deal for Andy Robertson. That agreement, however, was dependent on Kostas Tsimikas returning from AS Roma, and that scenario now looks remote. As a result, Slot is expected to continue with the same group he began January with, even if there is appetite inside the club for one more significant addition.

That appetite, according to Fabrizio Romano, centres on one specific name.

Fabrizio Romano reveals Liverpool stance

Speaking on his Youtube channel, Romano confirmed that Liverpool have identified Rennes centre back Jeremy Jacquet as a priority target. The Italian transfer expert left little doubt over the Merseyside club’s desire to act.

“Chelsea and Liverpool would love to do business now,” Romano said on Youtube. “But Rennes insist on selling the player in the summer.

“So Chelsea, Liverpool and Bayern [Munich] are all in the conversations with Rennes and the player side. So let’s see what’s going to happen there.”

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Those words underline just how competitive the race has become for Jacquet. Liverpool are not operating in isolation, and they are well aware that delaying could leave them vulnerable to rivals. However, Rennes hold the strongest hand and remain determined to keep their prized defender for the remainder of the season.

Jeremy Jacquet profile and Liverpool interest

Jeremy Jacquet has emerged as one of Ligue 1’s most impressive young centre backs, combining physical presence with composure in possession. At 20, he fits the recruitment profile that Liverpool have favoured in recent years, high ceiling, strong fundamentals and room to grow under elite coaching.

Slot’s system places heavy emphasis on defenders being comfortable stepping into midfield and starting attacks, an area where Jacquet has caught the eye of scouts across Europe. Liverpool’s data driven recruitment department have been tracking him closely, and sources suggest he is viewed as a potential long term successor to Ibrahima Konate, whose contract situation continues to be monitored.

While the Reds could use defensive reinforcement now, particularly with the demands of domestic and European competition, the club have shown in the past that patience can pay off. Their decision in 2021 to wait for Konate rather than rush into a January purchase proved wise, and there is a sense that history could repeat itself with Jacquet.

Transfer window outlook for Liverpool

For now, the reality is that Liverpool are likely to sit tight. Rennes are planning to cash in during the summer, when a bidding war could drive up the price. Chelsea and Bayern Munich remain heavily involved, which adds urgency to Liverpool’s thinking, even if their hands are tied in January.

Supporters may feel frustration at the lack of immediate action, especially with the window ticking down, but there is clear intent behind the scenes. Fabrizio Romano’s update makes it clear that Liverpool would love to secure Jeremy Jacquet now, even if circumstances dictate a longer wait.

Whether that patience will be rewarded remains one of the key stories to watch in the months ahead.