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Chelsea close in on Maxence Lacroix as Crystal Palace defender prepares for medical
Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, with the France international set to undergo a medical before completing his move to Stamford Bridge.
The Blues have agreed a deal worth around £55 million for the 26-year-old, who is expected to sign a long-term contract until 2032.
Lacroix has been one of Chelsea’s leading defensive targets throughout the summer as head coach Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
The former Wolfsburg centre-back has established himself as one of the Premier League’s standout defenders since joining Crystal Palace in 2024.
He made 55 appearances in all competitions last season and played a pivotal role in one of the most successful campaigns in Palace’s history.
Lacroix helped Oliver Glasner’s…
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