Maxence Lacroix attracts interest from English top club!
Álvaro Hernández
Dailysports's expert
Maxence Lacroix, after a rock-solid season with Crystal Palace, has caught the eye of one of the Premier League's elite teams.
Details: According to The Athletic, Chelsea are seriously considering a move for the 26-year-old Eagles defender. The Blues' management has been impressed by Lacroix’s performances in crucial fixtures and his reliability at the back.
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Nevertheless, Crystal Palace are only prepared to consider a sale if they can secure a suitable replacement for their centre-back. The transfer fee is expected to be substantial: Transfermarkt currently values the Frenchman at 50 million euros.
Lacroix played 55 games for the Eagles last season, scoring three goals and providing three assists.
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