Crystal Palace value Maxence Lacroix at £55m as Chelsea make contact over deal
Chelsea have made contact with Crystal Palace to discuss a deal for Lacroix, as Xabi Alonso looks to overhaul his centre-back options at Stamford Bridge.
The 26-year-old has been a key part of Palace’s recent success, lifting the first trophies in the club’s history with FA Cup, Community Shield, and Europa Conference League success.
He has broken into the France squad as a result and has earned seven caps since his debut earlier this year.
Developments on a potential transfer are expected to accelerate, following France’s exit at the 2026 World Cup.
Chelsea are keen to sign at least one new defender to complement Alonso’s preferred three centre-back system. The West Londoners are also in talks over the sale of Trevoh Chalobah, who has interest from Como and Inter Milan.
