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Chelsea have officially announced the signing of France international Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace on a long-term contract. The commanding central defender revealed he shares the "same desire" to win trophies as new Blues manager Xabi Alonso.

Jordan Henderson has reached an agreement to terminate his contract at Brentford with immediate effect. The veteran midfielder, who only returned to the Premier League last summer, is now expected to complete a shock move to Chelsea as a free agent.

Chelsea are closing in on one of the most unexpected signings of the summer window as Brighton striker Danny Welbeck prepares to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. New manager Xabi Alonso has identified the veteran forward as the ideal candidate to inject vital Premier League experience into a youthful squad that has struggled with consistency throughout the BlueCo era.

Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson could be about to give a whole new meaning to 'the Chelsea Pensioners'. In a staggering pivot away from the youth-driven transfer policy that has defined BlueCo's stewardship since their takeover in 2022, Chelsea are remarkably considering bringing in both the 35-year-old striker and 36-year-old midfielder this summer.