Chelsea complete £51m signing of Maxence Lacroix

The 26-year-old French defender joins from Crystal Palace on a six-year deal.

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What happened. Chelsea have completed the signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £51m, with the defender signing a six-year contract.

• Lacroix joined Palace from Wolfsburg in 2024, winning FA Cup and Conference League.
• He ranks among top five fastest centre-backs in the Premier League since 2024.
• Oliver Glasner praised Lacroix: 'I think he stepped up.'

“There is Maxence Lacroix... many asked, 'Why did you sign this player?' I think he stepped up.”

— Oliver Glasner

Lacroix is entering his prime and adds defensive depth to Chelsea's squad.

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