Aston Villa are reportedly intensifying their efforts to secure the services of defender Axel Disasi from Chelsea, with plans to submit a significant £50 million bid. This information has emerged from sources cited by Football Insider. Initially, Villa, under the management of Unai Emery, considered a loan arrangement; however, as the January transfer window nears its conclusion, the club appears poised to pursue a permanent transfer.
This development follows an earlier report from Football Insider on 26th January, which indicated that Villa had initiated discussions to acquire Disasi on a temporary basis. Clubs were informed of the French defender's availability at the start of the January window, as it became clear that he would not feature in Enzo Maresca's plans for the remainder of the season.
In a related turn of events, Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly withdrawn from the race for Disasi after discovering that the 26-year-old was not inclined to join their ranks. This exit marks yet another setback for the North London club as the transfer deadline looms.
As Aston Villa continue their negotiations with Chelsea, the club's pursuit of Disasi is expected to persist until the final moments of the transfer window. Former Villa scout Mick Brown had previously informed Football Insider in December that the club aimed to recruit a "top-class" defender during this mid-season transfer period. The recent departure of Diego Carlos to Fenerbahce has only heightened expectations that Villa will intensify their efforts to secure a centre-back in the closing days leading up to the deadline.
Compounding their defensive challenges, Tyrone Mings sustained a knee injury during a recent 1-1 draw against West Ham, further amplifying the urgency for Villa to bolster their backline. Consequently, the club is determined to finalise a deal for Disasi, demonstrating a willingness to invest significantly to facilitate this transfer. Financial pressures regarding profitability and sustainability are reportedly less of a concern for the management at Villa Park, particularly following the high-profile transfer of Jhon Duran to Al Nassr on 31st January.
In other news, it has been reported that Aston Villa's promising talent, Kadan Young, has reached an agreement with Royal Antwerp. As developments unfold, supporters are encouraged to stay informed about Aston Villa's transfer activities.