Newcastle United target versatile Bundesliga defender as Marc Guehi alternative
- Newcastle United target versatile Bundesliga defender Maxence Lacroix as Marc Guehi alternative.
- Lacroix made 28 appearances for Wolfsburg keeping four clean sheets last season.
Newcastle United are setting their sights on Wolfsburg centre back Maxence Lacroix. With uncertainty surrounding Newcastle United's bid to sign Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi, the Magpies are considering the Bundesliga defender to enhance their defensive line-up.
Recently, Newcastle United have submitted their fourth bid of £65 million to Palace for Guehi. However, the 24-year-old central defender has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Manchester City, and other European teams. Now it looks highly likely that Oliver Glasner's side will reject the Magpies fourth bid as well as they want more transfer fee for their reliable defender.
Newcastle United target versatile Bundesliga defender as Marc Guehi alternative
Hence, Newcastle are considering alternatives to Guehi. Now Wolfsburg centre back Maxence Lacroix, a 24-year-old French defender has emerged as a promising target for Newcastle United according to CaughtOffside. Known for his adaptability, Lacroix can operate as a centre-back, right-back, or defensive midfielder, making him an enticing prospect for Eddie Howe's squad as they gear up for a challenging Premier League season.
Lacroix was instrumental in Wolfsburg performing well in the second half of the 2023/24 season playing in 28 league matches and contributing four goals and keeping four clean sheets. His impressive performances have caught the eye of clubs like Newcastle United and Leipzig.
While Leipzig have long been admirers of Lacroix, their interest seems to have waned, therefore clearing the path for Newcastle United to make their move. Signing the defender would address several of Newcastle's needs, particularly their issues with defending set-pieces and crosses.
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Furthermore, Lacroix's passing accuracy and ability to start the build up play from the defence align well with Eddie Howe's tactical approach. His addition would introduce competition and depth to Newcastle United's centre back position as the Magpies start their new Premier League season with the aim of a top four finish to return to playing in the UEFA Champions League from next season.
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