French defender Maxence Lacroix is poised to play his final Premier League match for Crystal Palace this Sunday, May 24, as the English championship season concludes. His future, it appears, lies elsewhere.
Maxence Lacroix has significantly elevated his profile over the past year. Following a remarkable season with Crystal Palace, the talented French center-back earned a coveted spot in Didier Deschamps’ 26-man squad for this summer’s World Cup in North America, an announcement made on May 14. This prestigious call-up came just two months after an impressive initial gathering for a tour in the United States, underscoring his rapid ascent.
This newfound prominence has naturally attracted considerable attention from other clubs. While he is expected to depart Palace next season, the defender’s next destination is anticipated to remain within the competitive Premier League landscape.
A minimum price tag of 40 million euros has been set for the player.
The former Wolfsburg star has reportedly made it clear that playing in the Champions League is his primary criterion when considering his next club, a factor that will heavily influence his decision on a future destination.
Crystal Palace, currently positioned 15th in the Premier League, is well aware of the widespread interest in their formidable 1.90-meter defender. Retaining the French international is understood to be a challenging prospect. To secure his services, interested parties will need to be prepared for a substantial investment, with the London club demanding no less than 40 million euros simply to commence negotiations. It remains to be seen which club will meet this significant valuation.
