Overview
- Rennes confirmed the operation this week and Jacquet said it “went very well,” with rehabilitation now under way after his left-shoulder injury on February 7 against Lens.
- A doctor quoted by L’Equipe estimates a four-to-six-month timeline for full-contact return, with around five months typical, which could push his availability toward September.
- Liverpool agreed the January deal for the 20-year-old to remain at Rennes and officially join on July 1, but the season-ending surgery means he is unlikely to play again for the Ligue 1 side.
- Club medical teams have been in regular contact, with reports indicating the final call on surgery was left to Rennes and the player.
- With pre-season participation uncertain, reports suggest Liverpool could assess additional centre-back options, including Stuttgart’s Finn Jeltsch at a reported €30m–€35m.