AXEL DISASI is in talks over a January transfer to Aston Villa. But a huge rival could try and hijack the move in an attempt to get the Frenchman’s signature. The Chelsea defender, who can

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.

Aston Villa have agreed personal terms with Chelsea and France defender Axel Disasi, 26. (Fabrizio Romano) Chelsea and Portugal forward Joao Felix, 25, also interests Aston Villa but they would only be able to take one player on loan from Stamford Bridge.