Chelsea remain in Jeremy Jacquet transfer talks

Chelsea are reportedly nonetheless in talks over getting a deal carried out for Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet earlier than the top of this switch window.

The Blues are joined by Liverpool and Bayern Munich in pursuing Jacquet, however Rennes stay eager to maintain the gifted younger defender till a minimum of the top of the season.

That’s in line with Ben Jacobs in a report for Give Me Sport, with negotiations nonetheless going as Chelsea attempt to get this deal carried out now as an alternative of in the summertime.

Liam Rosenior’s aspect might do with one other centre-back after barely inconsistent kind from the likes of Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo, whereas Wesley Fofana and Levi Colwill have had damage issues.

Can Chelsea get a deal carried out for Jeremy Jacquet?

Will probably be fascinating to see if Chelsea succeed of their pursuit of Jacquet, who seems to be best for his or her undertaking of constructing round elite younger gamers.

The 20-year-old Frenchman is definitely up there with the most important prospects in Europe, and it’s straightforward to think about him additionally making a right away impression at Stamford Bridge, giving the west Londoners one thing for the current and future.

This clearly isn’t going to be a simple deal, nevertheless, and it’s additionally value watching what occurs with the likes of Liverpool and Bayern.

Who else might Chelsea sign up defence?

It appears Jacquet could be very a lot Chelsea’s high goal, however they’ve additionally introduced again Aaron Anselmino from his mortgage at Borussia Dortmund, which might find yourself being a sensible transfer.

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In the meantime, we had been just lately knowledgeable of CFC contemplating a shock transfer for Harry Maguire, who’s nearing the top of his contract at Manchester United.

Jacquet looks like a a lot better match for Chelsea, however there are different choices on the market that may come into the equation.