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Chelsea closing in on transfer of Liverpool target Maxence Lacroix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:25 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Chelsea closing in on transfer of Liverpool target Maxence Lacroix

Summary

Chelsea is nearing a deal for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, expected to exceed £52 million. Eagles chairman Steve Parish has assisted in negotiations as reports indicate Lacroix's move to Chelsea is nearly confirmed. Liverpool, previously linked with Lacroix, appears set to miss out due to hesitance regarding the transfer fee. With concerns over Liverpool's center-back depth, particularly with injuries affecting their current squad, the need for an experienced defender grows more urgent.

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•Maxence Lacroix's transfer fee is expected to exceed £52 million.
•Steve Parish is involved in the negotiations for Lacroix's transfer.
•Liverpool has shown hesitance to pursue Lacroix amid financial concerns.
•Liverpool's center-back depth is currently in question due to injuries in the squad.
•Lacroix's move to Chelsea appears close to completion this summer.

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10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Chairman helping negotiate £52m-plus transfer for Liverpool target as deal nears completion

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