West Ham sign Chelsea defender Disasi on loan
BBC Sport · 2026-03-02 · archive
Axel Disasi has been capped five times by France at international level West Hamhave signedChelseadefender Axel Disasi on loan until the end of the season. The 27‑year‑old centre-back was involved in a turbulent deadline day, which ended in a move to the London Stadium for a £1.7m loan fee. However, despite the France international beginning his medical on Friday morning, confirmation of the transfer ran late afterWest Hamsubmitted a deal sheet to earn a two-hour extension to complete the signing. Disasi arrives to strengthen Nuno Espirito Santo's defence as they attempt to avoid relegation. The Hammers are third bottom in...
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West Ham United have secured Axel Disasi from Chelsea on a temporary basis until the campaign concludes. The French international defender, who has earned five caps, completed the move for a reported fee of £1.7 million. The transfer followed a busy deadline day that required a deal sheet to allow for time beyond the initial cutoff. Joining a backline managed by Nuno Espirito Santo, the twenty-seven-year-old arrives as the club seeks to improve its defensive record. The Hammers are currently positioned in the bottom three of the league table as they work to maintain their status in the top division.
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