Bournemouth close to signing Chelsea defender?

Bournemouth are reportedly keen on landing Chelsea defender Axel Disasi on loan this summer.

The Cherries have had a big selling spree during the transfer window and have parted ways with key defenders such as Dean Huijsen, Milos Kerkez and Illia Zabarnyi.

The south Coast outfit desperately need upgrades for the new campaign and reports claim that they have made contact with the Blues to secure the services of Disasi.

Disasi has fallen out of favour with the Blues over the past year. He spent the second half of last season on loan with Aston Villa.

Unai Emery's side did not pursue a permanent deal, and the Cherries are now keen on landing him on an initial loan agreement.

Chelsea prefer to sanction a permanent transfer, but negotiations are ongoing with the Cherries to find a suitable solution.

The Blues may demand a conditional obligation to buy for the former Monaco man, who is determined to leave the club.