Maxence Lacroix
26-Year-Old
Crystal Palace
Premier
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Lacroix recorded two tackles (one won), five clearances and one interception in Friday's 4-1 victory versus Norway.
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Lacroix registered one interception, two tackles (one won) and five clearances across his 90 minutes in Friday's 4-1 win over Norway, filling in capably for the rested William Saliba against a second-string Norwegian attack that included Jorgen Strand Larsen. The centre-back was tested when Thelo Aasgaard pulled one back in the first half and again when Oscar Bobb had a one-on-one saved by Maignan in the second, but was otherwise composed and assured alongside Dayot Upamecano. His performances as a reliable deputy give coach Didier Deschamps genuine defensive depth heading into the knockout phase, with Saliba expected to return for the round of 32.
Lacroix registered one interception, two tackles (one won) and five clearances across his 90 minutes in Friday's 4-1 win over Norway, filling in capably for the rested William Saliba against a second-string Norwegian attack that included Jorgen Strand Larsen. The centre-back was tested when Thelo Aasgaard pulled one back in the first half and again when Oscar Bobb had a one-on-one saved by Maignan in the second, but was otherwise composed and assured alongside Dayot Upamecano. His performances as a reliable deputy give coach Didier Deschamps genuine defensive depth heading into the knockout phase, with Saliba expected to return for the round of 32.
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Forced off with minor concern
Lacroix (undisclosed) was forced off during Sunday's clash against Brentford but early signs suggest the issue is not serious, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per BBC. "Maxence, I think is not a problem."
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Starts Monday
Lacroix (knee) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against West Ham.
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Suffers injury against Fiorentina
Lacroix was forced to exit Thursday's UEFA Conference League game versus Fiorentina because of a knee issue, with manager Oliver Glasner commenting "And Maxence, I think he touched foot to foot and then he felt his knee, I think the medial ligament, so let's see. It's painful".
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Four shots from defense
Lacroix recorded four shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Leeds United.
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Back from suspension
Lacroix could be selected again in future matchups following a one-match ban he served against Tottenham.
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Palace set asking price
Crystal Palace want $50 million to part ways with Lacroix, according to Football Insider.
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Lacroix has emerged as a key player for Crystal Palace, and while the Eagles are reluctant to part ways with the center-back only a few months after letting Marc Guehi join Manchester City, they could do so if the right offer comes along. Palace would entertain conversations for a fee over $50 million, as Chelsea have identified Lacroix, who's used to play in a three-man defensive line just like Xabi Alonso likes, as an ideal target.
Lacroix has emerged as a key player for Crystal Palace, and while the Eagles are reluctant to part ways with the center-back only a few months after letting Marc Guehi join Manchester City, they could do so if the right offer comes along. Palace would entertain conversations for a fee over $50 million, as Chelsea have identified Lacroix, who's used to play in a three-man defensive line just like Xabi Alonso likes, as an ideal target.