Chelsea's transfer strategy is pivoting toward mature, ready-made talent, with Xhaka and Lacroix now on their radar. The club's brand narrative around defense and midfield is being reshaped this summer window.
Romano reports that Palestra will travel to London for a medical on Friday, with Chelsea likely to sign the Atalanta right-back first; Lacroix is expected to join from Crystal Palace for around £47 million, with the official announcement possibly coming after the World Cup ends.
Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix could play his final Premier League home game, with Liverpool and Chelsea both in the hunt to sign him as the player is understood to favour a move to a Champions League club.
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