Arsenal has positively shaped its summer transfer window by acquiring significant talents including Martin Zubimendi, Viktor Gyokeres, and Kepa Arrizabalaga. The recent signing of Cristhian Mosquera increased the centre-back count to four, creating considerable competition in that position. However, Arsenal faced a setback when young French defender Jeremy Jacquet rejected their offer, choosing instead to extend his contract with Rennes until 2029. Jacquet had previously made 11 appearances in Ligue 1 for Rennes, showcasing his capabilities.
The addition of Mosquera put the number of centre-backs on Arsenal's books to four, and at a stretch six, with William Saliba, Gabriel, and Jakub Kiwior all defined central defenders.
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Arteta and the transfer hierarchy wanted to add the youngster, who made 11 Ligue 1 starts for Rennes last season, to their roster this summer, but he refused and signed a contract extension until 2029.
In FourFourTwo's view, turning down a club the size of Arsenal's is a brave, but commendable one.
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