Crystal Palace have secured the signing of Maxence Lacroix from Wolfsburg for a fee of approximately £18 million, according to Fabrizio Romano. The French centre-back, aged 24, is set to undergo a medical in London within the next 24 hours.
Transfer Details
All necessary documents have been approved by both Crystal Palace and Wolfsburg, finalising the transfer. Lacroix has been a primary target for Palace manager Oliver Glasner, who sought him as a replacement for Joachim Andersen.
Background
Lacroix, who previously declined a new contract at Wolfsburg in early July, has been on Crystal Palace’s radar for several weeks. The club initially submitted a bid for the defender on 21 August, following reports of their interest dating back to mid-August.
Player Profile
Maxence Lacroix is known for his strong defensive capabilities, including aerial duels and tackling. His addition is expected to bolster Crystal Palace’s defensive line for the upcoming season.