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Raphaël Le Guen Agrees Personal Terms with Crystal Palace
Raphaël Le Guen, a 19-year-old central defender for Brest, has reportedly agreed to a contract with Crystal Palace as the Premier League club seeks to replace Maxence Lacroix, who is close to joining Chelsea. Le Guen, who has played six professional matches for Brest and is under contract until 2029, is being courted by Crystal Palace and Fulham, though Palace is further along in negotiations. A formal offer is expected soon, but Brest is reluctant to sell unless a significant bid is made. The transfer story highlights the ongoing summer 2026 mercato activity in Ligue 1 and the Premier League.
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