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Chelsea outcast with ‘unbelievable’ intensity still has stock after being subject of two enquiries

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One central defender at Chelsea is starting to attract interest from a few different clubs.

At present, Chelsea have Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Trevoh Chalobah, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi in their ranks.

Chelsea could also add Jorrel Hato to their squad, although the Ajax youngster could arrive to play at left-back.

Whether Hato joins or not, the Blues are likely to sell a centre-back or two before the transfer window closes.

Axel Disasi in action during Chelsea FC v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC - Premier League
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Juventus and Villarreal make Axel Disasi enquiries

Disasi is almost certain to depart Stamford Bridge this summer after leaving the club on loan back in the January transfer window.

The 27-year-old seems to have options as well, with Juventus and Villarreal both thought to be interested in him.

In fact, according to French outlet RMC Sport, the two European clubs have already made enquiries about Disasi.

Disasi’s loan spell at Aston Villa during the second half of last season was a mixed one, but he still appears to be appreciated by those in the game despite failing to convince in the Premier League.

Disasi found himself on the bench towards the end of Villa’s campaign but was also praised after one game.

Speaking after Villa’s 1-0 win against Brentford in March, Sky Sports pundit Izzy Christiansen described the intensity that he played at during the match as “unbelievable”.

Chelsea could sell Disasi for £30m, which would see them make a £10m loss after spending around £40m on the Frenchman in 2023.

Pedro Neto of Chelsea celebrate with Axel Disasi
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Axel Disasi could join Chelsea’s Premier League rivals

Disasi could yet remain in the Premier League, with one of Chelsea’s domestic rivals also circling.

It has been reported that Newcastle United are also interested in Disasi, a player whom they have been linked with in the past.

It remains to be seen where the France international ends up, but it is quite clear that his future is away from west London.

Again, Chelsea have the likes of Colwill and Fofana and could add to their centre-back options before the transfer market closes. There is no room for Disasi in Enzo Maresca‘s squad.