Lacroix has been instrumental in a solid defensive unit alongside both Trevoh Chalobah and skipper Marc Guehi over recent months. All three have also chipped in with goals along the way, Lacroix getting his first Palace goal against Manchester City this month.
And, since arriving from Wolfsburg last summer, the Frenchman has already formed a close bond with his fellow centre-backs. Their strong relationship off the pitch, according to Lacroix, helps the trio during the 90 minutes.
“It's a good relationship because we are like brothers. And when you are good off the pitch, on the pitch, it will be the same.
“This is why I think we have a good connection, I want to say. Of course, we have qualities. We have Trevoh who was playing for Chelsea. Marc’s playing in England \[national team\]. So, it's always easier to start with this type of player.
“When you know it's your brother \[alongside you in the team\] you want to do always more because it's different. I think when it's your brother, you want to protect him.
“You want to give more. And like with Marc, you want to be with him because he's a good guy. He's a top player, but he's also a top guy.
“It’s like a family, you know? And this is why this team is good and the people like this team, because we are like a family and everyone wants the best for one another.”
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