Maxence Lacroix

Reports from July 2026 culminated in a finalized transfer to Chelsea, with multiple sources citing an agreed fee of €60 million (£52 million), though some reports suggested the total package could be slightly over £55 million (~€65 million). During these negotiations, Crystal Palace's asking price was reportedly set between £55 million (~€65 million) and €70 million. Earlier valuations included a reported minimum asking price of £60 million (~€70 million) in March 2026 and over €40 million in May 2026. An Estimated Transfer Value of €30 million was mentioned in October 2025. The player's last completed transfer was from VfL Wolfsburg to Crystal Palace in August 2024 for a fee of €18 million.

Our valuation for Maxence Lacroix is driven by multiple high-tier reports in July 2026 confirming his completed transfer to Chelsea from Crystal Palace. The final fee was consistently reported as €60 million (£52 million), which serves as our primary estimate. The range reflects Crystal Palace's initial asking price, which was cited as high as £60-€70 million during negotiations, and the player's significant value increase since his €18 million move in 2024.