Chelsea are reportedly open to parting ways with French defender Axel Disasi in the upcoming January transfer window.
Chelsea Considering Axel Disasi Sale Amid January Transfer Window Plans
The decision comes despite the 26-year-old recently breaking back into Enzo Maresca’s starting XI, even scoring in the Blues’ emphatic 5-1 victory over Southampton midweek.
Since joining from AS Monaco in the summer of 2023 for £38.8 million, Disasi has made 55 appearances for Chelsea.
However, his position in the squad has become increasingly precarious under Maresca, who has largely preferred other options in the heart of defense.
Disasi has started only two Premier League games this season, a reflection of the limited trust placed in him by the new regime.
Sources close to Stamford Bridge reveal that Chelsea’s recruitment team is considering reshuffling their defensive options in January. While there’s no overwhelming push to offload Disasi, he is seen as expendable to make room for new arrivals.
Internally, some staff reportedly view him as a “limited” player, prompting his name to be included in potential transfer discussions.
Chelsea’s interest in bolstering their backline has already seen them linked with Benfica’s highly-rated Tomas Araujo and England international Marc Guehi, who previously came through Chelsea’s academy.
Araujo, 22, has an £83 million release clause and has drawn comparisons to Gerard Pique for his composure and passing ability. Guehi, meanwhile, remains a consistent target after Newcastle had multiple bids for him rejected last summer.
The Blues’ aggressive recruitment strategy under Maresca has seen them rise to second in the Premier League, though they trail leaders Liverpool by seven points.
Balancing squad depth with quality remains a priority, and the sale of Disasi could be pivotal in financing and creating space for their targets.
While Chelsea fans may be divided over potentially losing a player of Disasi’s caliber, it reflects the club’s relentless ambition to refine its squad for future success.
Whether the Frenchman departs or remains part of Maresca’s plans, Chelsea’s January window promises to be a crucial chapter in their evolving journey under their new manager.
