Xabi Alonso’s Stamford Bridge puzzle is slowly coming together. Following the arrivals of little-known talents Dastan Satpaev and Denner, promising youngsters Emmanuel Emegha, Geovany Quenda, and Marco Palestra, as well as blockbuster signing Morgan Rogers, Chelsea have unveiled another major addition to strengthen their defence – Maxence Lacroix.
While still pursuing moves for two Premier League veterans, Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, the Blues have made the Frenchman’s move from Crystal Palace official, with the Eagles earning €60.7 million from the deal.
Chelsea have now spent a staggering €343.4 million – and it’s still only the end of July!Xabi’s debut party: 10-goal festival and a victory over the AustraliansIn any case, Lacroix will provide Alonso with another quality option in the back line, as the Spaniard got a player who combines excellent ball-playing ability with physical strength and dominance in one-on-one duels.The former Sochaux, Wolfsburg, and Crystal Palace centre-back is expected to slot straight into the starting XI, alongside Levi Colwill.
Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi, and Trevoh Chalobah are heading for the Stamford Bridge exit door, while Wesley Fofana and Tosin Adarabioyo will provide quality depth behind the two regular starters.However, Chelsea’s transfer business appears to be far from over. Stay tuned, they are not done.