West Ham United’s move for Axel Disasi has stalled, according to football transfer ITK Fabrizio Romano.

Disasi had been keen on a move to AC Milan, but the Serie A side have now withdrawn their interest, leaving a switch to the London Stadium as his only realistic option. A loan deal between Chelsea and West Ham has already been agreed, with the Hammers even booking a medical for the player.

However, it now appears the French centre-back is having second thoughts about joining a club he was never fully convinced by in the first place.

Romano wrote on X:

“West Ham are waiting for Axel Disasi’s final answer on the transfer after verbal agreement with Chelsea over loan deal.”

All Eggs in One Basket

The situation is becoming increasingly uncomfortable for West Ham. Having focused so heavily on Disasi, the club now find themselves exposed if the defender decides to walk away.

Earlier in the window, the Hammers refused to improve their bid for Taylor Harwood-Bellis of Southampton, effectively shelving their main alternative.

With time rapidly running out on deadline day, West Ham’s defensive plans now hinge almost entirely on Disasi’s decision — a risky position to be in...