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Axel Disasi agrees personal terms with top Premier League club Aston Villa
Chelsea defender Axel Disasi appears to be on the verge of leaving Stamford Bridge to join Premier League rivals Aston Villa, following weeks of criticism for his recent performances.
Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development in a tweet on Monday, January 27, 2025. According to Romano, the French centre-back has agreed personal terms with Aston Villa, but the move hinges on finalizing an agreement between the two clubs.
Romano stated: “Axel Disasi has agreed on personal terms with Aston Villa. Disasi wants to join Villa despite interest from more clubs around Europe after direct talk with Unai Emery, crucial to get the green light. Deal now up to Chelsea and Villa to reach full agreement.”
Aston Villa’s interest in Disasi comes in the wake of a potentially serious injury to their centre-back Tyrone Mings during the club’s match against West Ham on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Villa are eager to secure defensive reinforcements, and Disasi’s potential arrival would address the void left by Mings’ absence.
Chelsea have been relatively quiet in the January transfer window, with only two notable moves: recalling Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace and sending Renato Veiga to Juventus.
This quiet window might pave the way for young defender Josh Acheampong to seize more opportunities in the first team, particularly after his impressive performances in two Premier League starts.
With the transfer deadline approaching, all eyes are on Chelsea and Villa to finalize the deal for Disasi, as both clubs work to shape their squads for the remainder of the season.