Chelsea are reportedly continuing their pursuit of Crystal Palace central defender Maxence Lacroix. The France international has impressed during his time at Selhurst Park, and Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on the Blues' efforts to sign the player.
According to Romano, Chelsea are pushing to secure a deal for Lacroix, but Palace will only agree to sell their stars when the terms are right. This means fans may have to be patient as the negotiations unfold. A possible key factor in the deal is Palace bringing in a replacement for Lacroix, which could be a crucial consideration.
Lacroix's form at Palace has been superb, and he would be an ideal signing for Chelsea's squad. The Blues have struggled with defensive issues, particularly with the likes of Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo not meeting expectations. Meanwhile, Wesley Fofana and Levi Colwill have faced injury problems, making a proven player like Lacroix a valuable addition.
While Chelsea seem to be the frontrunners in the chase for Lacroix, other clubs may also be interested. Liverpool, in particular, were mentioned as potential suitors, although for now, the strongest links appear to be with Chelsea.
