Crystal Palace submit loan deal with obligation to buy for Axel Disasi | OneFootball

Crystal Palace have submitted a loan offer with an obligation to buy for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, according to Fabrice Hawkins.

The 28-year-old centre-back remains Palace’s top target to replace Maxence Lacroix after he recently completed a move to Stamford Bridge.

The French ‘machine’ brings extensive experience across the Premier League, Ligue 1, and European competition, offering physical presence, aerial dominance, and composure on the ball to anchor Pierre Sage’s defensive unit.

While Chelsea initially preferred an immediate permanent transfer, Palace’s structured offer all but guarantees the Blues a permanent sale, providing a workable compromise that aligns with both clubs’ financial planning.

Negotiations between Crystal Palace and Chelsea are ongoing as both parties work towards finalising the conditional terms and valuation associated with the obligation clause.

Crucially, progress is also being made on personal terms, with a key meeting already held between Palace officials and Disasi’s representatives.

For Disasi, a move across London offers a valuable career reset and the prospect of guaranteed regular minutes as a cornerstone in Palace’s backline.

As talks progress towards a decisive stage, Crystal Palace remain optimistic about concluding negotiations in the coming days.

Should all terms receive final approval, Disasi’s arrival will be a key piece of business for Palace, securing a high-calibre defensive anchor ahead of next season.

Meanwhile, the Eagles are also close to signing Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake, with a deal progressing. However, their pursuit of Torino’s Alieu Njie is not as smooth after a bid was recently rejected.