Disasi emerges as an option for Leeds after Bijol injury | OneFootball

Leeds United have been linked with a loan move for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, according to the Daily Mail.

The Whites will be without key man Jaka Bijol for three to five weeks. While alarm bells aren’t exactly ringing, it makes sense to bring in another player.

Disasi has not featured for his club this season. He has been training with the reserves to stay fit and secure a move away. The option of Leeds could appeal to the 27-year-old.

He is an authoritative figure in the air and still carries himself well for a 6ft 3in defender. He could help make up the numbers at least until the end of the current season.

Disasi is a risky option for Leeds

It is worth noting that Disasi has several weaknesses. His reading of the game is poor. He fails to cut out opportunities before they become bigger threats.

He struggles to defend large spaces despite his speed. Thrown into the Chelsea reserves, he did not impress with clips of his defensive errors making the rounds.

If Leeds sign Disasi, manager Daniel Farke will be better served by throwing him into games where the team has its back against the wall and has to defend in a low block.

Elsewhere, Leeds are trying to secure a deal for Wolverhampton Wanderers star Jorgen Strand Larsen.

It is an ambitious move, but the club believes it can be done, although they will reportedly need to be wary of financial violations.

The Norwegian will cost Leeds around £40 million, but his league experience and physical profile make him worth the punt.