Chelsea remain firmly in the picture for Jérémy Jacquet as the winter deadline approaches. The club continues to look for a way to move ahead of Liverpool in the race for the Stade Rennais defender.
According to RMC Sport, the Blues have not dropped their interest in the 20-year-old centre-back. This comes despite Rennes maintaining a firm stance against any January exit. With the French transfer window closing on Monday at 8pm local time, time pressure is now shaping every move.
Rennes continue to hold their position. The Ligue 1 club want Jacquet to become the most expensive sale in their history – and Chelsea might offer that. They also remain keen to avoid weakening manager Habib Beye’s squad during the season. That approach has stayed consistent, even as interest from England grows and Jacquet’s profile rises with France’s U21 side.
Chelsea, however, are testing a specific structure to break the deadlock. As reported in France, the London club are considering buying Jacquet now and immediately loaning him back to Rennes until the end of the campaign. This formula would allow Rennes to secure a record fee while keeping the defender for the rest of the season.
Liverpool’s interest continues to influence the situation and add pressure. With Rennes still standing firm and the deadline fast approaching, Chelsea must decide whether to push harder or adjust their plans. The next steps remain open as the clock continues to tick.