Rennes Secures Stuttgart Defender Rouault in Major Transfer Move

French Ligue 1 club Rennes has officially announced the acquisition of Stuttgart’s talented defender Anthony Rouault. The 23-year-old French center-back has committed his future to the Brittany-based team by signing a long-term contract that will keep him at Roazhon Park until the summer of 2029.

According to respected football transfer website Transfermarkt, the deal is valued at approximately 13 million euros, highlighting Rennes’ significant investment in bolstering their defensive lineup.

Rouault, a product of Toulouse’s youth academy, has been a standout performer for Stuttgart this season. The young defender has featured in 28 matches across all competitions, even contributing a goal to his team’s efforts. His consistent performances and potential for further growth have made him an attractive prospect for Rennes as they look to strengthen their squad.

This transfer marks a new chapter in Rouault’s career as he returns to his native France after a successful spell in the German Bundesliga. Rennes fans will be eager to see how the promising defender adapts to Ligue 1 football and contributes to the team’s ambitions in both domestic and potentially European competitions.