Disasi targeted by Roma, but Chelsea want €20m for defender
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AS Roma are interested in signing Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, but Chelsea are demanding €20 million for the French centre-back.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma are in contact with Chelsea and defender Axel Disasi, according to Footmercato in France , but the asking price is €20m.
It has been a very frustrating summer for the Giallorossi, because despite qualifying for the Champions League, they have been outbid for a series of targets when seemingly close to a deal.
After the irritation over losing West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville to Al-Hilal, they are back in talks with a Premier League club.
Disasi on Roma radar Axel Disasi of Chelsea of Chelsea during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between Chelsea FC and Shamrock Rovers FC at Stamford Bridge on December 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) Footmercato claim that they are in negotiations with both Chelsea and the entourage representing Disasi to see if they can progress any further.
The 28-year-old spent the last six months on loan with West Ham, so was a teammate of Summerville when they were relegated from the Premier League.
Considering Chelsea bought Disasi from AS Monaco for €45m in the summer of 2023, they are asking for €20m to make a sale.
With a contract until June 2029, Roma are hoping to get him on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season.
He had been very close to Serie A in January for Milan , but the deal was abandoned.
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What happened
Roma have identified Chelsea's Axel Disasi as a transfer target as they look to strengthen their defence. However, Chelsea are holding out for a fee of €20 million for the French international, who joined from Monaco in 2023. Disasi has struggled for regular game time at Stamford Bridge, which could motivate both clubs to find an agreement. Roma are reportedly in the market for defensive reinforcements ahead of the new season, and Disasi's profile fits their needs. Negotiations between the two clubs are expected to continue, though the asking price may need to come down for a deal to materialize.
Chance analysis
Disasi has fallen out of favour at Chelsea and a sale would represent pure profit or significant amortization recovery for the Blues, who paid around €40m for him. Roma's interest signals their intent to bolster a defence that has been inconsistent. A €20m fee is reasonable in today's market for a 25-year-old French international, but Roma will likely push for a lower price or loan structure. This is a medium-priority transfer story that could affect both clubs' defensive depth planning for the upcoming season.
Chelsea may lose a squad defender but gain financial flexibility; Roma could strengthen their back line if a deal is reached at the right price.
If Disasi moves to Roma, it weakens Chelsea's centre-back depth slightly but frees up squad space and funds; Roma gain a quality defensive option.