Two days ago, **L’Equipe** reported that Crystal Palace were leading the race to sign VfL Wolfsburg’s Maxence Lacroix this summer, having already made contact and submitted an offer for the defender.
However, on Thursday, **Kicker** stated that the Bundesliga club is unaware of any approach from Crystal Palace for the 24-year-old.
Meanwhile, **WAZ** relayed claims from other sources suggesting that Crystal Palace has already reached an agreement with Lacroix.
Oliver Glasner, who previously managed Lacroix at Wolfsburg, is reportedly keen on reuniting with the Frenchman at Selhurst Park this summer.
As of now, **WAZ** reports that Wolfsburg has not received any official offer for the center-back from Crystal Palace or any other club. Lacroix, who has less than a year remaining on his contract, is a priority for Wolfsburg, who are eager to extend his deal.
The defender is valued at least at €20m, and losing him on a free transfer next year would be a significant blow to the club.
Meanwhile, Wolfsburg manager Ralph Hasenhüttl has confirmed plans to appoint Lacroix as the deputy captain under Maximilian Arnold. Hasenhüttl expressed optimism that the player will remain at Wolfsburg despite reports of a potential agreement with Crystal Palace.
“I assume that he will stay with us. The preparation is pretty far advanced. It would be anything but helpful if he were to leave us now. I think he sees that something is happening here. That also helps him to say: OK, I can definitely imagine going into the coming season with VfL. That could certainly appeal to him,” Hasenhüttl said, as quoted by **WAZ**.
