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Stade Rennais Charlie Cresswell transfer

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In early July ~~2026,~~ 2026 Stade ~~Rennais' attempt to sign~~ Rennais’ pursuit of English centre‑back Charlie Cresswell ~~hit a snag~~ stalled when the club could not meet Toulouse FC’s €25 million asking ~~price, causing the negotiations to stall.~~ price. By early August ~~2026,~~ the two ~~clubs~~ sides reached an agreement at the €25 million ~~figure. The deal was confirmed by French media, making Cresswell Rennes' seventh signing of the window and prompting the club to consider reshuffling its defensive roster. The transfer resolves~~ figure, resolving the ~~earlier~~ impasse and ~~positions~~ positioning Cresswell as a key addition to ~~Rennes'~~ Rennes’ restructured ~~defence~~ defence. On 1 August Rennes confirmed the deal, lifting its initial €20 million ceiling and accepting the €25 million fee. The transfer, the club’s seventh signing of the window, was set to be finalised within the week. Coach Franck Haise praised the acquisition, noting it would free up squad space and could lead to the departure of defenders Nordan Mukiele and Lilian Brassier. Three days later, Rennes announced the completed transfer for a reported €28 million, with Cresswell signing a contract until 2031. The higher amount likely reflects performance‑related add‑ons. The 23‑year‑old expressed enthusiasm about joining a club competing in Ligue 1 and the ~~upcoming season.~~ Europa League. Rennes, who finished sixth last season, will open their campaign against Paris Saint‑Germain on 23 August and aim to make an impact in European competition.

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