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Crystal Palace have submitted a loan offer with an obligation to buy for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, according to journalist Fabrice Hawkins. The 28-year-old centre-back is Palace’s top target to replace Maxence Lacroix after he recently completed a move to Stamford Bridge. The French ‘machine‘ brings extensive experience across the Premier League, Ligue 1 and European competition, offering physical presence, aerial dominance and composure on the ball. While Chelsea initially preferred an immediate permanent transfer, Palace’s structured offer all but guarantees them a permanent sale, providing a workable financial compromise. Negotiations are ongoing as both parties work towards finalising the conditional terms and valuation associated with the obligation clause. Progress is also being made on personal terms, with a key meeting already held between Palace officials and Disasi’s representatives. A move across London offers Disasi valuable career reset and the prospect of guaranteed regular game time as a cornerstone in Palace’s backline. If all terms receive final approval, Disasi’s arrival will be a key piece of business for Palace. The Eagles are also close to signing Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. However, their pursuit of Torino’s Alieu Njie is not as smooth after a bid was recently rejected.