Chelsea are confident they can reach an agreement with Crystal Palace for the signing of Maxence Lacroix, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Blues have been actively strengthening their defense this summer, with the French centre-back their main defensive target.
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Latest information on Maxence Lacroix by Fabrizio Romano
Transfer official Fabrizio Romano gave an update on the negotiations between the two London clubs on social media platform X.
“Negotiations for Maxence Lacroix continue between Chelsea and Crystal Palace. #CFC is confident in agreeing a deal as Lacroix wishes to leave. The club is in direct contact to find and complete a solution.”
The 26-year-old defender enjoyed a glittering spell at Selhurst Park and gained international recognition with France following his performances in domestic and European competitions.
Chelsea’s new head coach, Xabi Alonso, sees Lacroix’s speed, physical edge and composure in possession as ideal for his high-line tactical set-up.
Lacroix is keen to move to Stamford Bridge and has already agreed personal terms. All that remains is for the two clubs to come to an agreement on a fee.
Chelsea have made transfers so far this summer
Lacroix’s potential arrival is another key element in Chelsea’s ambitious summer shake-up.
Under the leadership of Bruko and Xabi Alonso, the Blues have already made major moves to rebuild their squad for the upcoming campaign.
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Chelsea have completed the signing of attacking midfielder Morgan Rodgers from Aston Villa for a British record £117m.
In addition, highly-rated Italian full-back Marco Palestra has arrived from Atalanta, while Portuguese teenage sensation Giovani Quenda has joined on a permanent basis following a prior agreement with Sporting CP.
In an effort to make ends meet and streamline the squad, Chelsea have admitted some notable departures.
Left-back Marc Cucurella has completed a permanent move to Real Madrid, young midfielder Andrej Santos has moved to Manchester United for £50 million and born-and-bred defender Trevo Chalobá has completed a move to Serie A side Como.
