Aston Villa are reportedly interested in bringing Axel Disasi back to Villa Park this summer once his loan spell at West Ham United comes to an end.
According to reports circulating from transfer insider Ekrem Konur, Villa are monitoring the Chelsea defender’s situation closely after being impressed by both his previous spell under Unai Emery and his recent resurgence at West Ham.
The French centre-back has rebuilt his reputation during the second half of the season after joining West Ham on loan in February. Following a difficult period at Chelsea where he was frozen out of the first-team setup, Disasi has rediscovered consistency, confidence, and rhythm in the Premier League.
Now, Aston Villa could be preparing to offer him another route away from Stamford Bridge.
Villa’s Interest Makes Perfect Sense
Disasi is already familiar with Aston Villa after spending the second half of the 2024/25 campaign on loan under Unai Emery. During that spell, he impressed with his physicality, aerial dominance, and versatility across the defensive line.
Although Villa chose not to make the move permanent at the time, circumstances have changed significantly over the past year.
Chelsea are now actively looking to offload several players this summer as part of another squad rebuild, and Disasi is widely expected to leave permanently.
Villa, meanwhile, are preparing for another demanding campaign involving European football and are expected to strengthen their defensive depth.
With Tyrone Mings struggling with recurring injury concerns and questions surrounding defensive consistency throughout the season, Disasi is viewed internally as an experienced Premier League-ready option who could immediately compete for a starting role.
West Ham’s Situation Could Open the Door
West Ham had initially hoped to keep Disasi permanently after his impressive loan performances helped stabilize their defence during a turbulent season. Reports suggest the player himself has enjoyed life in East London and would even consider staying long-term.
However, the Hammers’ relegation battle may completely change the situation.
If West Ham are relegated from the Premier League, their chances of securing a permanent deal for Disasi would likely collapse due to financial restrictions and the player’s desire to remain at the top level.
That uncertainty has alerted multiple clubs — and Aston Villa are now believed to be among the strongest contenders.
Chelsea Ready to Cash In
Disasi joined Chelsea from AS Monaco in 2023 for a fee reported to be around £38-45 million, but his Stamford Bridge career never truly settled. Despite making over 60 appearances for the club, managerial changes and tactical shifts eventually pushed him out of the project.
Under former boss Enzo Maresca, Disasi was effectively exiled from the senior squad before rebuilding his career through loan spells away from the club.
Chelsea are now expected to listen to offers this summer, with reports suggesting his valuation has dropped significantly compared to the original transfer fee.
That could present a major market opportunity for Aston Villa.
Why Emery Likes Disasi
Unai Emery values defenders who are physically dominant, tactically flexible, and comfortable defending in multiple systems — qualities Disasi has consistently shown during his spells at Monaco, Chelsea, Villa, and now West Ham.
The 28-year-old can operate both as a centre-back and as part of a back three, making him an attractive option for Villa’s evolving tactical setup.
Most importantly, he already understands Emery’s methods and the intensity required at Villa Park.
With Aston Villa aiming to cement themselves among the Premier League’s elite, signing a defender with proven league experience and unfinished business at the club could become one of their smartest moves of the summer.
And if West Ham’s relegation fears become reality, Villa may have the perfect opportunity to strike.
