Chelsea step up interest in Palace's Lacroix
Summary
Chelsea has increased its interest in signing defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace. Talks between the two clubs are progressing positively, with Palace asking for at least £60 million for the 26-year-old player.Key Facts
- Chelsea and Crystal Palace have held new talks about Maxence Lacroix's transfer.
- The discussions are managed by the ownership of both clubs.
- Crystal Palace wants at least £60 million for Lacroix, who has three years left on his current contract.
- Lacroix joined Palace from Wolfsburg in August 2024 for up to £18 million.
- Lacroix has played 98 games for Crystal Palace and represented France at the World Cup.
- Palace is looking at potential replacements, including Chrislain Matsima from Augsburg.
- Chelsea hopes to sign players experienced in the Premier League.
- Chelsea is also close to a £117 million deal for Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers.
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