'Ready to write Chelsea story' - Lacroix makes £52m move
Chelsea sign France World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
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"I'm really proud, really happy, to be part of this beautiful project and I just want to start playing."
— Maxence Lacroix , Athlete
Key People
Behdad Eghbali is a co-controlling owner of Chelsea Football Club.
Maxence Lacroix is a centre-back that Chelsea explored a signing for from Crystal Palace.
Xabi Alonso is a former footballer and current manager known for his success in football both as a player and coach.
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Chelsea sign France World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
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