The 26-year-old French defender has completed his medical exams in London after Chelsea reached a full £52 million agreement with Crystal Palace. Both clubs spent the week finalizing document exchanges to seal a six-year deal keeping Lacroix at Stamford Bridge through June 2032.
After starring at Selhurst Park and establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most athletic and dominant center-backs, Lacroix quickly became top priority for Xabi Alonso’s defensive rebuild.
Known for his recovery speed and aerial strength, Lacroix provides immediate Premier League-proven cover and has penned a contract until 2032.
With medical tests successfully passed and contracts being signed, expect Chelsea to formally announce Lacroix’s arrival as their latest marquee summer acquisition, first reported by Fabrizio Romano.
