Crystal Palace demand £55m+ for Maxence Lacroix as Chelsea open talks
Crystal Palace have set their asking price for centre-back Maxence Lacroix at £55 million or more, with Chelsea emerging as the first club to enter formal discussions. Lacroix, who has been a key figure in Palace's defence, is now at the centre of a significant transfer negotiation. The high valuation reflects Palace's reluctance to lose one of their most important defensive assets, and any deal would represent a major investment by Chelsea in bolstering their backline.
Read the full story at skysports.comA potential £55m+ move for Lacroix signals Chelsea's intent to reinforce defensively, likely ahead of a renewed push in the Premier League and European competitions. For Crystal Palace, losing a first-choice centre-back of Lacroix's calibre would weaken their defensive structure and require reinvestment. The high price tag also raises questions about whether Chelsea view Lacroix as a long-term starter or a squad rotation option, given the premium being demanded.
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