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Arsenal targets Maxence Lacroix for defensive reinforcement this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:05 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Arsenal targets Maxence Lacroix for defensive reinforcement this summer
Summary

Arsenal has expressed interest in Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix ahead of the next season. Manager Mikel Arteta aims to strengthen the squad, particularly in defense, with Lacroix's performances at the World Cup drawing attention. The 26-year-old, who joined Palace from Wolfsburg in 2024, has not committed to new terms as he considers potential offers. Arsenal may emerge as a contender for his signature, while Chelsea and Real Madrid are also monitoring his situation.

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  • •Arsenal interested in Maxence Lacroix of Crystal Palace.
  • •Lacroix's World Cup performances have attracted attention.
  • •The defender joined Palace from Wolfsburg for £17.6 million.
  • •Lacroix has not committed to new terms with Palace.
  • •Chelsea and Real Madrid are also considering a bid for Lacroix.
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  • 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal are admirers of Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix
  • 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal admire Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix
What they're saying
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Arsenal are one of the admirers of Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix, according to the Daily Mail. The Gunners manager Mikel Arteta wants to make the Arsenal squad stronger ahead of next seas...

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Arsenal are one of the admirers of Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix, according to the Daily Mail. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wants to make the Gunners squad stronger ahead of next season��...

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