Chelsea have completed the signing of France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace, with the deal reported to be worth £52 million. The move adds another defensive option to the squad ahead of the new campaign.
Lacroix has agreed a six-year contract, tying him to Stamford Bridge for the long term. Chelsea’s announcement confirms the club’s commitment to investing heavily in a player they see as an important part of their future defensive plans.
The transfer also represents a significant outgoing deal for Crystal Palace, who lose a defender now heading to one of their Premier League rivals. For Chelsea, bringing in Lacroix is a major piece of business as they continue reshaping the squad.
With the fee and contract length underlining the scale of the move, attention will now turn to how quickly Lacroix settles into his new surroundings and what role he will play in Chelsea’s back line.
