Chelsea eye Maxence Lacroix as Crystal Palace also monitor defender

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·5 September 2026

Chelsea are reportedly keen on Maxence Lacroix as they look to reinforce their defence in January.

According to The Standard, the Wolfsburg defender is on their radar, with Crystal Palace also monitoring his situation.

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Chelsea have struggled at the back this season, and Lacroix has been identified as a possible solution.

The 24-year-old Frenchman has impressed in the Bundesliga.

Any deal could bolster either club as they aim for a stronger second half of the campaign.

Source: The Standard

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