Maxence Lacroix joins Chelsea on a deal through 2032
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Maxence Lacroix has officially joined Chelsea after completing a transfer from Crystal Palace. The 26-year-old defender has signed a contract lasting until 2032, with the club reportedly paying around £52 million for his services. Lacroix expressed excitement about joining what he considers 'the best club in the world' and noted an encouraging conversation with the Chelsea manager regarding tactics and vision for the team. His addition is seen as a significant move for Chelsea as they bolster their squad for upcoming competitions.
- •Lacroix moves to Chelsea from Crystal Palace.
- •He signed a contract that runs until 2032.
- •Chelsea reportedly paid around £52 million for Lacroix.
- •Lacroix regards Chelsea as 'the best club in the world'.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Lacroix hails Chelsea as “best club in the world” after £52m move from Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Lacroix buzzing to join ‘best club in the world’ Chelsea
"Maxence Lacroix has called Chelsea 'the best club in the world' after completing his transfer to Stamford Bridge.Lacroix has crossed the capital to sign for Chelsea from Crystal Palace for a fee in th...
"Maxence Lacroix says he has joined “the best club in the world” after completing his move to Chelsea from Crystal Palace.The 26-year-old has signed a deal until 2032, with Chelsea paying a fee of ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 11:15 AMLacroix hails Chelsea as “best club in the world” after £52m move from Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge
Maxence Lacroix has called Chelsea 'the best club in the world' after completing his transfer to Stamford Bridge.Lacroix has crossed the capital to sign for Chelsea from Crystal Palace for a fee in th...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 10:35 AMLacroix buzzing to join ‘best club in the world’ Chelsea
Maxence Lacroix says he has joined “the best club in the world” after completing his move to Chelsea from Crystal Palace.The 26-year-old has signed a deal until 2032, with Chelsea paying a fee of ...
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