Chelsea Encourages £38m Defender to Make Eleventh Hour Switch to Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur has reopened negotiations for a loan deal involving a highly-rated defender, with the player’s current club actively promoting the transfer, according to recent reports.

In a surprising turn of events, Chelsea is now advocating for their £38 million center-back Axel Disasi to join Tottenham on a temporary basis. This comes despite Disasi’s initial preference for a move to Aston Villa. Chelsea’s management sees Tottenham as less of a direct threat to their Champions League ambitions compared to Villa.

The 26-year-old French defender is expected to depart Stamford Bridge before the transfer window closes. Chelsea’s stance puts Tottenham in a favorable position to secure Disasi’s services, although the player himself may need convincing.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is keen to strengthen his defensive options, with the team currently sitting 14th in the league table. The potential arrival of Disasi could provide much-needed depth and versatility to Spurs’ backline, as he can also operate as a right-back.

While it’s not ideal for Tottenham to pursue a player who initially favored another destination, Disasi’s quality is undeniable. He has been described as ‘exceptional’ by football pundits and could significantly improve Spurs’ defensive capabilities if he fully commits to the move.

As the transfer deadline approaches, Tottenham must act swiftly to bolster their squad. The addition of Disasi, along with the potential arrival of Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel, could mark a successful end to their January transfer activities.