Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Rennes centre-back J\u00e9r\u00e9my Jacquet as questions linger around Jakub Kiwior’s future with the club. Kiwior has earned praise for stepping up under challenging circumstances, with Arsenal’s Spanish manager noting, “He [Kiwior] deserves a lot of credit because he hasn\u2019t played too much throughout many months and suddenly he has been thrown into the most difficult context. At the highest level, playing against the best opponents when you haven\u2019t had the physical rhythm or the confidence to do it, and I think he\u2019s been exceptional.”<\/p>\n
Despite this, Arsenal is keen to retain Kiwior, having recently turned down an offer from an unnamed Portuguese club. However, several clubs remain interested in the 25-year-old left-footer, who has not publicly revealed his transfer preferences.<\/p>\n
As Gabriel recovers from a hamstring injury, Kiwior is expected to return to the bench, with William Saliba established as the primary partner in central defence. The addition of Cristhian Mosquera, versatile across defensive roles, has intensified competition for starting positions.<\/p>\n
Should Kiwior depart, Arsenal has reportedly made initial contact with Rennes to explore a deal for 20-year-old J\u00e9r\u00e9my Jacquet. A product of Rennes’ academy, Jacquet signed a new four-year contract in May after impressing during a loan spell and his subsequent return to the first team. Rennes’ CEO praised him as “a very intelligent, talented young man who is well surrounded by people,” while the club’s sporting director highlighted his athleticism and confidence.<\/p>\n
Arsenal’s potential interest in Jacquet signals a strategic move to bolster their defensive options amid ongoing uncertainties.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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