Chelsea are currently focused on strengthening their squad, with a centre-back and a central midfielder high on their list of targets. Douglas Luiz is being monitored as a possible loan signing until the end of the season, while talks are also underway over a move for Jeremy Jacquet, although that deal appears less likely due to issues surrounding his availability and transfer fee. However, any incoming central defender would likely require Chelsea to offload one first.<\/p>\n
Axel Disasi had previously been placed in Chelsea\u2019s so-called \u201cbomb squad\u201d before Enzo Maresca\u2019s exit. Although Liam Rosenior has since reintegrated him into first-team training, his long-term future at the club remains unclear.<\/p>\n
According to Ben Jacobs on YouTube, Disasi has now been offered back to Tottenham. Jacobs explained that by bringing Disasi back into the squad and speaking positively about him, Chelsea have strengthened their position in the transfer market should interested clubs come forward. Tottenham, who had shown interest in the past before the defender went on loan to Aston Villa, have once again been presented with the opportunity, although no deal is expected to materialise.<\/p>\n
Chelsea are already exploring the signing of a new central defender, with Jacquet among their targets, and have also shown interest in Manchester United\u2019s Harry Maguire ahead of the summer window. This suggests the club remains unconvinced by its current defensive options.<\/p>\n
A departure would suit all parties, as Chelsea could generate a transfer fee, while Disasi would be able to secure regular playing time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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