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According to information obtained by L'Equipe, the 24-year-old center-back may be handed a last-minute ticket to the tournament, a development that would cap a dramatic bench-clearing meeting between Didier Deschamps and his technical staff.\n\nThe timing is critical. Speaking on Thursday evening, Deschamps announced his provisional 26-man squad but explicitly noted that adjustments could be made up until June 15, the day before Les Bleus open their campaign against Senegal. This regulatory window allows nations to replace injured or ill players, yet the French camp appears to be considering a tactical reshuffle rather than a forced change. The FFF's updated list, sources claim, now includes Lacroix—a player who was not present in earlier drafts.\n\nThe big question is who would make way. The strongest speculation centers on Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, a regular fixture under Deschamps since his breakthrough. Camavinga was widely expected to solidify his spot after a strong club season, but his omission from the most recent list has raised eyebrows. No official reason has been provided, adding fuel to rumors of a fitness issue or a strategic pivot toward a more defensively robust setup.\n\nLacroix's profile aligns with the latter theory. Standing at 6'3\", the Wolfsburg man is a physically imposing, right-footed center-back known for his aerial dominance and recovery speed. Although he has yet to earn a senior cap, he has been on the radar of the national team setup for months and has reportedly impressed scouts with his performances in the Bundesliga. His inclusion would give France additional cover in a position where depth has occasionally been tested.\n\nFor Deschamps, the decision is not one he takes lightly. France's defensive stack already boasts stellar names like Dayot Upamecano, Ibrahima Konaté, and William Saliba. Adding Lacroix suggests a preference for four out-and-out center-backs, potentially shifting the tactical balance away from relying on a midfielder like Camavinga to drop into deeper roles. This could be a direct response to the specific threat posed by Senegal's quick, physical frontline.\n\nCamavinga's situation, meanwhile, remains unclear. The midfielder has proven his versatility under Carlo Ancelotti at Madrid, often slotting in at left-back or as a deep-lying playmaker. If he is indeed left out, it would be a startling demotion for a player once considered the future of France's midfield. However, Deschamps has never shied away from difficult decisions, famously leaving behind established stars in favor of form or fit.\n\nThe implications ripple beyond the two players. For Lacroix, a World Cup call-up would be transformative, elevating his market value and international profile overnight. It would also vindicate the FFF's scouting network, which has been tracking his progress closely. Conversely, Camavinga's exclusion—even if temporary—could stir debate about the manager's evolving priorities and the intense competition for places in the world's deepest national team pool.\n\nFrom a tactical angle, the move hints at a potential shift toward a back-three system or an emphasis on set-piece solidity. France have occasionally looked vulnerable on set pieces in recent friendlies, and Lacroix's aerial prowess could address that weakness. Alternatively, the change may simply reflect a desire for fresh legs and a psychological edge, injecting uncertainty into the squad to keep everyone on their toes ahead of the first match.\n\nThe unfolding drama underscores the brutal reality of World Cup selections, where careers can pivot on a single conversation. As the June 15 deadline looms, the French camp remains tight-lipped. Deschamps' track record suggests that no final decision is made until the last possible moment, meaning the coming days will be a nerve-wracking wait for all involved.\n\nFor now, the official line is that the list announced Thursday represents the squad. But as the Senegalese opposition prepares, the whispers around Clairefontaine point to an eleventh-hour alteration. Whether Lacroix boards the plane or Camavinga keeps his seat remains one of the most captivating subplots of France's World Cup buildup.\n\nBased on reporting from L'Equipe.","news","Maxence Lacroix could be a late call-up for France's World Cup squad, potentially replacing Eduardo Camavinga, as Deschamps mulls final changes before June 15.","326222711447621632","France","330435870773481473","327115052106649600","France vs 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