Liverpool are expected to make a move to try to sign Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, who is also a target for Chelsea, in the next few days before the end of the transfer window, according to Fichajes.
The Reds are enduring some difficulties at the moment, particularly in defence, with Joe Gomez recently joining the injury list. Ibrahima Konate has been unavailable of late due to being on compassionate leave, while Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni are also out.
James Pearce recently reported that young defender Wellity Lucky has been ruled out for around two months, and although he wasn't a regular for Arne Slot and has only been used on the bench in the Premier League this season, he was another potential option at the back.
Liverpool Ready to Make Defender Move
Jeremy Jacquet celebrates with Brice Samba
According to a report from Fichajes, Liverpool are interested in signing Rennes defender Jacquet. The Reds are expected to make a concrete move to try and sign him in the January transfer window over the next few days, but they face competition from both Bayern Munich and Chelsea.
It's claimed that Liverpool could make a 'significant' offer to sign Jacquet, as they look to bolster their options in defence. Ignoring their current injury situation, Konate is out of contract in the summer, so as it stands, he will need replacing if he's going to be leaving Anfield on a free transfer.
It's unclear whether Liverpool are ahead of Chelsea and Bayern Munich in the race in terms of Jacquet's preference, but there's a strong chance they could offer him regular football. Despite his age, there could be an opportunity for Jacquet to come straight into the senior squad and start playing regularly, with Konate likely to head out the door.
Defensive Signing Should be a Priority
Ibrahima Konate
Jacquet, who has been described as 'scarily talented', should be one of Liverpool's priorities in the January transfer window. Signing a centre-back needs to be top of their shortlist, with the Reds set to start a midfielder at the back on Wednesday evening due to their lack of options.
Konate has endured a difficult season in terms of form, while Gomez struggles to stay fit. Konate appears to be heading through the exit door in the summer anyway, so signing a defender who can make an immediate impact as well as being a long term addition would be a smart move.
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