Tottenham pushing to sign player today who has rejected them multiple times
Tottenham remains determined to secure a last-minute move for Axel Disasi, despite the Chelsea defender repeatedly rejecting their advances.
With an agreement reportedly in place between the two London clubs, Spurs continue their push to convince the Frenchman to make the switch before the transfer window closes.
The club’s defensive concerns have prompted aggressive action, with injuries disrupting their backline throughout the season.
Micky van de Ven has only just returned from a hamstring injury, while Cristian Romero has struggled with fitness issues, missing significant portions of the campaign.
Adding to the crisis, Radu Drăgușin, expected to play a key role as third-choice center-back, now faces a potentially serious knee injury. In response, Tottenham has already secured the signing of Kevin Danso, but the club remains eager to strengthen further before the deadline.
Disasi has emerged as a primary target following the collapse of his proposed move to Aston Villa. Reports indicate that Spurs executives have agreed on a deal with Chelsea, yet the 26-year-old remains resistant to the transfer.

Fabrizio Romano has suggested that Disasi continues to reject the move, leaving uncertainty over whether he might reconsider before the window shuts. His reluctance could stem from limited game time at Chelsea, where he has featured in just six Premier League matches this season, potentially fueling his hesitation over joining another club mid-season.
Tottenham’s pursuit of players unwilling to join has raised questions, particularly in light of manager Ange Postecoglou’s previous comments regarding transfers. Last week, Postecoglou stated that players who hesitate about a move to Spurs might not be the right fit for the squad.
His remarks followed Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel rejecting a £50 million transfer, despite an agreement between the two clubs.
The Australian manager emphasized that potential signings should align with the club’s ambitions and not require excessive persuasion. He noted that while Tottenham’s league position might not be ideal, the club still presents an opportunity to compete for honors.
According to Postecoglou, any player uncertain about joining may not possess the right mentality to succeed in his system.
Tottenham’s recent form has offered some encouragement, with their 2-0 victory over Brentford alleviating some pressure. Before that result, Spurs had slipped to 16th in the Premier League, sitting just seven points clear of the relegation zone.
The win, secured through a Vitaly Janelt own goal and a late strike from Pape Matar Sarr, provided much-needed relief for Postecoglou, who remains hopeful that new signings will further boost the team’s prospects in the latter half of the season.
While securing defensive reinforcements remains a priority, Tottenham’s ongoing struggles to attract their top targets highlight the challenges they face in rebuilding.
The refusal from Disasi, alongside Tel’s rejection, suggests that convincing players to buy into the club’s vision is proving more difficult than expected.
With the transfer deadline fast approaching, Spurs must either persuade Disasi to change his stance or pivot toward an alternative solution to strengthen their defensive ranks.
The final hours of the window will determine whether Tottenham succeeds in resolving its defensive crisis. If Disasi remains firm in his decision, the club may need to explore last-minute alternatives to avoid entering the second half of the season with a weakened backline.
The coming days will reveal whether Postecoglou’s insistence on signing only committed players proves beneficial or leaves the squad vulnerable as they push to revive their season.