Crystal Palace sets £50m price for Lacroix amid Chelsea interest

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Crystal Palace sets £50m price for Lacroix amid Chelsea interest
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Crystal Palace will require a fee of £50 million for defender Maxence Lacroix as Chelsea expresses interest in acquiring him. The negotiations arise as Chelsea aims to strengthen their defense under coach Xabi Alonso. Palace previously sold Marc Guehi to Manchester City in January and are reluctant to lose Lacroix, but they may consider the deal if they can secure a replacement. Lacroix joined Palace from Wolfsburg for £18 million in 2024, indicating a substantial potential profit for the club if the transfer goes through.

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  • Crystal Palace seeks £50m for Maxence Lacroix amid Chelsea talks.
  • Chelsea is looking to enhance their defense this summer.
  • Palace sold Marc Guehi to Manchester City in January.
  • Palace aims to find a replacement before allowing Lacroix to leave.
  • Lacroix was signed for £18m from Wolfsburg in 2024.
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Crystal Palace will demand a fee of £50m for Maxence Lacroix, amid an approach from Chelsea.Chelsea have contacted their London rivals to discuss a deal for Lacroix, as Xabi Alonso looks to sign a ce...

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