Chelsea have positioned Lacroix as a high-priority target for the summer window, with talks centering on a potential transfer that could reach around £50 million. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are reportedly initiating conversations about Toulouse defender Charlie Cresswell as a long-term replacement option.
Glasner’s return to the Premier League to take over at Nottingham Forest has added a new dynamic to the transfer landscape. He previously worked with Lacroix at Crystal Palace, and his move could influence market values as Forest consider reshaping their defence. Milenkovic’s ongoing role as a centre-back option for Forest is part of their broader plans, and Glasner’s willingness to reinforce the back line could see them pursue additional defensive targets.
If Forest secure substantial funds from player sales, including the reported proceeds from Elliott Anderson, their capacity to bid for Lacroix could rise. However, Chelsea remain the more prominent or attractive destination for Lacroix, and the defender has shown interest in a move to Stamford Bridge this summer.
Current indications suggest a £50 million fee could be sufficient to complete the transfer, though negotiations could shift after Lacroix’s involvement in the World Cup concludes.
