Sources: Arsenal lead defender chase amid fierce Premier League & European interestArsenal leads the race to sign French center-back Jeremy Jacquet, 19, from Rennes. Despite a long-term contract, Jacquet’s impressive Ligue 1 season has drawn interest from Premier League rivals and European giants. Arsenal see him as a future key player, but face competition from Aston Villa, Newcastle, Brighton, Brentford, RB Leipzig, Bayer Leverkusen, Atalanta, and Torino. Rennes insists he’s not for sale, but increasing interest may force their hand.
