Jeremy Jacquet Included in Zidane’s First France Squad Selection
Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet has been placed in France’s extended senior squad ahead of Zinedine Zidane’s first selection as head coach.
The 21-year-old centre-back is among a group of potential first-time Les Bleus call-ups after an impressive opening spell at Anfield. Jacquet underlined his form in Liverpool’s 0-0 Premier League draw with Fulham, making a decisive clearance off the line to protect the clean sheet.
Who is affected
- Jacquet is now in contention for a first senior France appearance.
- Zidane has included several uncapped players in his preliminary group.
- Liverpool could lose the former Rennes defender for the next international window if he makes the final cut.
Jacquet joined Liverpool after developing at Rennes and also spending time on loan at Clermont Foot. He has quickly become a dependable option in the Reds’ defensive unit, with his reading of danger and calmness under pressure carrying into English football.
What happens next
Zidane will name his definitive squad on September 18 at the French Football Federation headquarters. That announcement will decide whether Jacquet joins the matchday group for a demanding UEFA Nations League run.
- September 25: France play Turkey away.
- September 28: France meet Belgium.
- October 2: Italy visit the Stade de France.
- October 5: France face Belgium again at home.
Until then, Jacquet will remain focused on Liverpool’s domestic and European fixtures. Continued strong displays could turn his preliminary inclusion into a place in Zidane’s core squad.
