Chelsea are blocking Aston Villa’s attempts to sign Axel Disasi (26), according to a report from L’Équipe. Currently playing a bit-part role at Stamford Bridge, France international Disasi had

Axel Disasi could be set to depart Chelsea before the end of the January transfer window after agreeing personal terms with Aston Villa.Chelsea have been open to letting the 26-year-old leave this month despite the injuries to centre-back duo Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile.

While in Villa’s latest 1-1 draw against West Ham United, Tyrone Mings picked up an injury which could potentially keep him out for a while as he looked in pain after the knock. But Aston Villa supporters will be relieved to hear Fabrizio Romano’s revelation about Axel Disasi agreeing personal terms with the club.