‘Demanded the shirt’ – Jeremy Jacquet had fans and media swooning after masterful Liverpool debut

'Demanded the shirt' – Jeremy Jacquet left fans and media in awe following his impressive debut for Liverpool. After agreeing to his transfer, fans were finally treated to his on-field performance during a friendly match against Como at Anfield. The 21-year-old, who had missed much of pre-season due to a minor knee injury, came on as a substitute to start alongside Virgil van Dijk at the heart of defense.

Shortly before halftime, the talented Frenchman scored a crucial goal with a tap-in from Cody Gakpo's low cross, much to the delight of the Kopites who were already impressed with his play. Lewis Steele of X praised Jacquet for his assurance on and off the ball, while Gregg Evans of The Athletic noted his composure, ability to navigate tight spaces, and remarkable recovery speed.

Ian Doyle of the Liverpool Echo even declared that Jacquet had already become a crowd favorite, and Paul Gorst of the same outlet stated that his performance demanded the shirt for Newcastle next week.

Although Steele cautioned that it would be premature to make definitive judgments based on just half an hour of pre-season action, there's no denying that Jacquet's debut was an outstanding start. The young defender showcased his strong tackling, impressive recovery speed, excellent reading of the game, and assured possession skills.

He even netted the decisive goal, proving why Liverpool invested a whopping £55 million (potentially rising to £60 million) in him. Ultimately, his success will depend on his ability to maintain these levels of performance throughout his time at Anfield, but the early signs are incredibly promising.