Chelsea confirm the signing of defender Axel Disasi

• Chelsea have confirmed the signing of French defender Axel Disasi from Monaco
• Disasi is a former teammate of Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile at Monaco
• The centre-back has signed a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge 

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of French centre-back Axel Disasi from Monaco in a deal worth £38 million. The agreement was reached earlier this week, and Disasi, who played alongside current Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile at Monaco last season, is now set to join Stamford Bridge.

The 25-year-old Disasi has put pen to paper on a six-year contract with Chelsea, securing his commitment to the club until 2029. Sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart expressed their excitement about the signing, praising Disasi’s quality demonstrated over several seasons in France and his recognition on the international stage.

Disasi’s arrival marks Chelsea’s sixth signing of the summer transfer window. Previously, the club has already secured deals for Christopher Nkunku, Nicolas Jackson, Lesley Ugochukwu, Angelo, and Diego Moreira.

The decision to pursue Disasi’s signing was expedited following the news of fellow defender Wesley Fofana’s ACL injury, which will keep him out of action for a significant portion of the upcoming campaign. This injury prompted Chelsea to strengthen their defensive options by bringing in Disasi.

Despite already having a well-stocked centre-back position, with players like Thiago Silva, Levi Colwill, and Trevoh Chalobah available, Chelsea deemed Disasi’s addition necessary to bolster their defensive depth and provide cover for the season ahead.

Axel Disasi has signed a six-year contract at Chelsea becoming their latest signing this summer. | PHOTO: Goal |

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With the signing now complete, Disasi will soon join up with the rest of the Chelsea squad under the management of Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentine coach enjoyed an unbeaten pre-season, and the team is gearing up for their first Premier League fixture against Liverpool on August 13, where they will aim to start the campaign on a strong note.

The acquisition of Disasi brings added strength and versatility to Chelsea’s defence, and fans will be eager to see how he adapts to the Premier League and forms partnerships with his new defensive colleagues. Given his track record in France and his recent international recognition, there are high expectations for Disasi to make a positive impact at Stamford Bridge.

As the 2023-2024 Premier League season draws near, Chelsea is well-positioned to compete for major honours with a talented and well-rounded squad. The management’s astute transfer dealings have addressed areas of need and added depth, ensuring that the team is well-prepared to navigate the challenges of both domestic and European competitions.

Axel Disasi brings quality and experience to the club’s defensive ranks. The completion of the £38 million deal signals Chelsea’s intent to build a strong and competitive squad for the upcoming season. With a promising pre-season under their belt, Chelsea fans can eagerly anticipate the start of the Premier League, where they will hope to witness their new signings, including Disasi, shine on the pitch and contribute to the club’s success.