In a poignant moment that signals the end of an era, Stade Rennais rising star Jeremy Jacquet has bid an emotional farewell to the club's supporters during their final home game of the 2025/26 Ligue 1 season. The 20-year-old center-back, who has been widely compared to Arsenal's William Saliba, is set to complete a blockbuster £60 million move to Liverpool this summer—a deal that was reportedly agreed upon back in January.

Though still sidelined with a shoulder injury, Jacquet was present for Rennes' 2-1 victory over Paris FC on Sunday, soaking in the applause of the home crowd. To honor his seven-year journey with the club, he was presented with a commemorative print before the match, a touching tribute to a player who has grown from a youth prospect into one of Europe's most coveted defensive talents.

Speaking after the game, Jacquet expressed relief that his teammates secured European qualification despite his absence. His maturity and composure have drawn high praise from French football insider Julien Laurens, who told Sky Sports: "He's the real deal. He reminds me of when William Saliba burst onto the scene with Saint-Etienne, or Wesley Fofana. You're paying for incredible potential—and he's going to be amazing."

For Liverpool, this signing represents a strategic masterstroke in rebuilding their defense. With Ibrahima Konate now firmly established and the addition of Giovanni Leoni in 2025, Jacquet's arrival adds another layer of elite young talent to the Reds' backline. At just 20 years old, he has already shown the kind of poise and reading of the game that could make him a cornerstone of Liverpool's defense for years to come.

As the summer transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Anfield to see how this "amazing" talent adapts to the Premier League. If the early comparisons to Saliba are anything to go by, Liverpool fans have every reason to be excited.