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Crystal Palace Secure Axel Disasi Season-Long Loan Deal

8/21/2026

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Crystal Palace have secured a season-long loan for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi.
The loan contains no purchase option and includes a fee, with Chelsea reportedly asking £25 million.
New manager Pierre Sage said the signing provides needed leadership after selling Maxence Lacroix to Chelsea for £52 million.
Disasi is set to complete his medical on Friday and will join Palace, who will also cover his wages.

History

Historical Context

Roman Abramovich’s July 2003 takeover addressed Chelsea’s debts and launched a spending surge, highlighted by a British record £30.8 million purchase of Andriy Shevchenko in June 2006. That escalation set the stage for the 2023 winter window, when Chelsea spent £289 million on eight signings, illustrating the high-value transfer climate that now shapes club strategies.

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Story summary

Crystal Palace have secured a season-long loan for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi.
The loan contains no purchase option and includes a fee, with Chelsea reportedly asking £25 million.
New manager Pierre Sage said the signing provides needed leadership after selling Maxence Lacroix to Chelsea for £52 million.
Disasi is set to complete his medical on Friday and will join Palace, who will also cover his wages.

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