Chelsea have completed the signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in one of the club’s notable moves of the transfer window. The France international center back arrives for a reported fee of 52 million pounds, which is about $70 million.
The defender has agreed to a long-term contract running until 2032. That length of deal highlights Chelsea’s commitment to adding younger players on extended terms as the club continues to reshape its squad.
Lacroix is the latest major arrival during a busy period for Chelsea in the market. His move gives the London club another option in central defense and adds a player with top-level experience in English football.
For Crystal Palace, the transfer marks the departure of an important defender, while Chelsea will hope Lacroix can make an immediate impact. The deal is another sign of Chelsea’s aggressive approach as they continue building for the seasons ahead.
