TransferBundesligaUnverified source· 1 Sept 2026
Frankfurt sign Brassier from Rennes to bolster defence
Eintracht Frankfurt have filled the void left by Arthur Theate with the arrival of Lilian Brassier.
L. Brassier
player
Player
Lilian Brassier
Position
Defender
From
Rennes
To
Eintracht Frankfurt
Contract
Five years until 2031
What happened. Eintracht Frankfurt have signed defender Lilian Brassier from Rennes on a five-year deal, taking the No3 shirt vacated by Arthur Theate.
- Brassier made 161 Ligue 1 appearances for Rennes, Marseille, and Brest.
- He is a former France youth international.
- He could debut against Augsburg on Sunday.
“In Lilian Brassier, we have signed a physically strong and fast defender who tackles with great intensity whilst also possessing excellent dynamism.”
— Markus Krösche
Frankfurt hope Brassier brings stability after conceding a 3-1 lead in their season opener.
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