Revealed: Leeds in line to poach West Ham loanee amid relegation fears
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Credit: Imago Sat 9 May 2026 19:45, UK Axel Disasi is wanted by Leeds United in the upcoming summer transfer window as he continues to impress on loan at West Ham.Leeds were interested in Disasi during the January window as he looked to leave Chelsea on loan, but were beaten to his signature by the Hammers.He has been one of their top performers over the last few months as they battle against relegation from the Premier League.They are favourites to go down after dropping into the bottom three, and as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Leeds are confident of agreeing a deal to sign Disasi if Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are relegated.Leeds’ transfer plans are set to involve signing a new centre-back to bolster Daniel Farke’s options, with their place in the top flight all but confirmed for next season. 🔄 Leeds United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Elland Road boardroom. VISIT THE LEEDS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Leeds ready to agree Axel Disasi deal as Chelsea exit loomsThe 28-year-old has started 11 consecutive league matches since joining West Ham, but has no future at Chelsea despite being under contract until 2029.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “I think there’ll be a lot of clubs looking at Disasi.
He’s really resurrected his career during this loan move to West Ham.Appearances11Minutes played990′Clean sheets5Successful pass %88%Duels won %66.7%Aerial duels won %62.5%Clearances per 903.91Disasi’s 2025-26 PL stats“He doesn’t seem to have a long-term future at Chelsea, so I would fully expect him to leave Stamford Bridge on a permanent basis in the summer window, whether that’s to West Ham or someone else remains to be seen.“If West Ham go down, there will probably be no chance of signing him on a permanent basis. Leeds did look at Disasi before he moved to West Ham, they were one of the clubs that were interested in the French defender.“It’s a situation that they will be keeping tabs on.
We fully expect Daniel Farke’s side to strengthen their centre-back options in the summer transfer window after the move to a three-man defensive formation.“Disasi is really impressing at West Ham I’m sure Leeds will be sitting up and taking notice of that.”Sebastiaan Bornauw to leave Leeds as new defender signing eyedBornauw has only managed four league starts for Leeds in his maiden season at the club, and has remained on the bench for their last five matches in all competitions.The centre-back has been unable to displace Joe Rodon, Pascal Struijk or Jaka Bijol, with an exit now on the horizon as the Whites plan to make defensive additions.Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that Leeds will not stand in Bornauw’s way if he wishes to leave the club this summer.Disasi would likely be a direct replacement for the 27-year-old if he were to arrive at Elland Road following a strong loan at West Ham. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.