Chelsea Complete £52 Million Signing of France Defender Lacroix

Chelsea have completed the signing of France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal reportedly worth £52 million.

The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a long-term contract with the Blues until 2032, becoming the club’s third signing of the summer transfer window.

Lacroix joined Palace from Bundesliga side Wolfsburg in 2024 and played a key role in the club’s historic UEFA Conference League triumph last season.

The French international made 55 appearances across all competitions during the campaign before completing his move to Stamford Bridge.