West Ham United have placed Axel Disasi back on their transfer radar, hoping the 28‑year‑old French defender can bolster a back line that still lacks Premier League‑ready depth.

Can West Ham secure Disasi?

The Hammers first took Disasi on loan from Chelsea in February 2024, a move confirmed by the club that ran until the end of the 2025/26 season. The loan lacked an option to buy, meaning any permanent return now requires fresh negotiations. Sources say several clubs are also circling the defender, so West Ham must act quickly if they want to outbid the competition.

Why Nuno needs him

Nuno Espírito Santo knows Disasi’s strengths: size, aerial ability and experience in England’s top flight. Having already trained under Nuno at the London Stadium, the defender would need little time to settle, a luxury when the manager is looking to tighten the defence ahead of the new campaign. A centre‑back who can handle the rigours of the Premier League fits the profile Nuno and sporting director Nils Koppen have outlined for upcoming signings.

Obstacles from Chelsea and rivals

Chelsea hold Disasi on a long‑term contract at Stamford Bridge and are reportedly preferring a clean sale rather than another loan. That stance, combined with interest from other Premier League sides promising regular top‑flight football, squeezes West Ham’s negotiating space. The Hammers risk losing the player if they cannot match the financial package or guarantee immediate playing time.

What’s next for the transfer window?

West Ham’s recruitment team is expected to open talks with Chelsea within the next few days, according to The West Ham Way. If a deal is reached, it could be a short‑term loan extension or a permanent transfer, but the exact figures remain undisclosed. Nuno will likely weigh Disasi’s arrival against other defensive targets as the summer window draws to a close.

The coming weeks will reveal whether West Ham can turn interest into a concrete agreement, or if the defender will slip away to a rival club seeking Premier League stability.