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'Remains an option'- Fabrizio Romano reveals how Chelsea feel about €65m rated transfer target
Chelsea 'really like' and 'appreciate' RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Blues have been busy this summer and have already three attacking signings in Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens. Chelsea haven't ruled out adding another attacker, whilst they are also said to be in the market for a left sided defender to strengthen Enzo Maresca's squad. Chelsea big fans of Xavi Simons Chelsea reportedly want as many as eight or nine attacking options in their squad to rotate between next season. Noni Madueke has joined Arsenal, whilst Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix are both expected to leave, meaning there's space for another attacker. There was interest in Mohammed Kudus, who's now joined Tottenham, as well as Hugo Ekitike who's close to joining Liverpool. Simons is on the radar of both Chelsea and Arsenal this summer. (Photo by) Morgan Rogers is also of interest, but there have been a number of links to Leipzig star Simons over the past few days. Chelsea reportedly have Simons on their radar, whilst there's also said to be interest from rivals Arsenal in the 22-year-old. It's thought €65m plus add ons could be enough to get Simons, who only joined Leipzig on a permanent deal in January. It remains to be seen if Chelsea make a move, but Romano has provided an update on how Chelsea feel about the Dutch international. More Stories / Latest News 'Remains an option'- Fabrizio Romano reveals how Chelsea feel about €65m rated transfer target 20th Jul 2025, 11:30am Report: Premier League club ready to step up pursuit of 19 g/a Chelsea ace 20th Jul 2025, 11:00am 'Made direct contact' – Fabrizio Romano shares new update on future of €40m rated Chelsea ace 20th Jul 2025, 10:30am 'Xavi Simons is a player Chelsea really like and appreciate internally, and so he remains an option for Chelsea,' he told his Youtube channel. Simons can play both centrally and on the left, making him a great option for the Blues, and he scored 11 goals and registered eight assists in 33 appearances last season. Morgan Rogers the dream target Whilst Chelsea have interest in Simons, it's been reported their dream transfer target is Aston Vila's Morgan Rogers. The 22-year-old is considered not for sale by Villa, but some reports have suggested a deal could be done at around £80m. Chelsea are yet to make any approach, but Villa also like Nicolas Jackson, so it's a situation to keep an eye on for the remainder of the window.
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2 days ago
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Arsenal and Chelsea set to battle in the race to sign 22-year-old Bundesliga star
Xavi Simons and the Leipzig Limbo: Premier League Links Intensify Amid Uncertainty Leipzig's Packed Squad and the Quiet Exit Talk RB Leipzig have been in a recruitment frenzy, securing four players in just 26 hours, as BILD reports. The squad is now so full that 'der Mega-Kader sprengt inzwischen fast die Kabine.' Yet while arrivals are aplenty, departures are still pending. Benjamin Sesko is one name still present, with his Arsenal move stalling. Similarly, Xavi Simons continues to train with full commitment. 'Beide hängen sich im Training bei RB Leipzig voll rein, lassen sich nichts anmerken,' the article notes. However, whispers from his inner circle suggest that Simons has 'die letzte Saison selbstkritisch reflektiert' and is now focused firmly on his future. The pressing question remains: where does that future lie? Eyes on Bayern, Ears in England The Dutch international is open to leaving, though only Bayern Munich have reportedly shown interest thus far. A potential fee would be 'mehr als die kolportierten 50 Mio. Euro,' according to BILD, with Leipzig unwilling to part for anything under his €60 million market value. Photo: IMAGO But there's more at play behind the scenes. Simons and his camp are now stepping up their efforts, with his brother and advisor, Faustino Simons, reportedly enlisting top UK-based agent Ali Barat from Epic Sports. Barat's Premier League Power Barat, crowned Europe's top agent in 2023, helped orchestrate the record £116 million move of Moisés Caicedo from Brighton to Chelsea. Now, he's reportedly opening channels for Simons too. 'Der agiert eher als Mann im Hintergrund, hat aber glänzende Drähte in die Premier League,' writes BILD. Last year, Barat was pivotal in Karim Adeyemi's links to Chelsea, working closely with part-owner Behdad Eghbali. According to BILD, he is now sounding out Chelsea once again for Xavi Simons. Test Matches in Meuselwitz While Giants Tour Asia As Arsenal tour Singapore and Spurs fly to Hong Kong, Simons finds himself grounded. 'Xavis Realität noch Testspiel am Samstag in Meuselwitz' feels almost surreal for a player with such pedigree and ambition. Our View – EPL Index If this report holds weight, then Chelsea fans should be buzzing. Ali Barat's involvement hints at serious intent. His fingerprints were all over the Caicedo deal and Karim Adeyemi's Chelsea flirtation, and if he's now making introductions for Xavi Simons, Stamford Bridge could be bracing for another statement signing. Simons is versatile, technically sound, and hungry to make a Premier League impact. The fact that he's reflecting 'selbstkritisch' on last season shows maturity beyond his years. If he can match that self-reflection with a move to a competitive side in England, the upside is huge. That said, this also smells like a move dependent on departures. Chelsea's squad isn't light, and Enzo Maresca may want a tighter group. Still, if Barat is at the helm, there's little doubt Simons will land somewhere high-profile. What's worrying for Leipzig fans is the inevitability of it all. The club's business model relies on savvy buying and selling, but when players like Simons are dreaming beyond Meuselwitz, keeping them focused and settled becomes a losing battle. Whether it's Chelsea or another Premier League club, Xavi looks Premier League-bound. And soon.
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2 days ago
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Xavi Simons gives his verdict amidst Premier League interest
Xavi Simons is beginning to make serious decisions about his future after a season that changed everything. The Dutch international, once a rising talent at Barcelona's La Masia and later at PSG has grown into a powerful attacking force during his time with RB Leipzig. After scoring 21 goals across two seasons, he was expected to continue building at Leipzig, especially after the club paid £43m [$57m] to sign him permanently from Paris in January and tied him until 2027. The move was seen as a strong show of faith, with the club fully backing him as part of their long-term plans. But with Leipzig failing to qualify for European football, it has made the situation complicated. According to German outlet Bild, Simons agent- Ali Barat, who was also named as Best Agent at the 2023 Golden Boy awards is expected to approach Premier League sides to find a suitable move for the 22-year-old. 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Simons has already said no to Bayern Munich and has shown no interest in returning to Paris. The Dutch star has not publicly confirmed any club as his next destination but according to multiple reports several big clubs are monitoring his situation. According to Fabrizio Romano, both Arsenal and Chelsea have shown interest in the star. Chelsea and Arsenal monitor Xavi Simons situation The Blues are considering Simons as a potential replacement for Christopher Nkunku, who is expected to leave this summer. If Nkunku exits, Enzo Marseca may act fast to sign the Dutch international after having already signed Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and Jamie Gittens and reportedly wants one more attacking option who can offer versatility. The Gunners move for Simons may depend on what happens with Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. Getty Images If either leaves, Simons could become a priority, and while the Mikel Arteta's side are also in talks for Eberechi Eze, they won't rule out Simons, especially considering his double digits goals for Leipzig across two seasons. Simons is valued at £60m [$80m], and despite having a contract for two more years, Leipzig are expected to sell if a strong offer arrives. Arsenal news and related links Former Arsenal star all set for Premier League return after Saudi Arabia snub How to pronounce Viktor Gyokeres: A guide to saying the new Arsenal striker's name Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal: Transfer fee, contract, salary, squad number & more to know about striker signing
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3 days ago
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Chelsea and Arsenal ‘monitoring Xavi Simons situation' with RB Leipzig star favouring move to Premier League
XAVI SIMONS is reportedly on the radar of Chelsea and Arsenal, with the RB Leipzig player said to be looking to move to the Premier League this summer. The Dutch star has tasked super agent Ali Barat with finding him an English club. 2 After Simons ' current side failed to qualify for Europe this season, he began looking for a team that could provide him with Champions League football. German publication Bild report Barat, who received the Golden Boy award for Best Agent in 2023, is expected to approach Chelsea and other English sides on behalf of the 22-year-old. Both the Blues and Arsenal are said to be "attentive" over a potential deal, according to Fabrizio Romano. Chelsea have already spent big this summer, including the signings of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro, while SunSport understands they've made Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers their top target. The transfer of Simons to Stamford Bridge would increase the summer spending of the Blues even further. The Dutchman has also been linked with Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, and Barcelona are also reportedly potentially interested. However, Simons himself would reportedly favour a move to the Premier League. He is a graduate of Barcelona's famous La Masia academy, where he played between the ages of seven and 16. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS He moved from Paris Saint-Germain to RB Leipzig in January after being on loan at the German side for a fee of £43million. Simons is currently valued at £60m. It is not the first time the Holland international has been linked with the Prem. He has previously been on the transfer lists of Liverpool and Manchester United. Simons has been well-known for much of his life, having reached 2million Instagram followers by the time he was 16. During his time at La Masia, he was affectionately known as Golden Curls and got to meet his idol and namesake Xavi Hernandez.
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3 days ago
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Galatasaray make Ederson offer - Saturday's gossip
Galatasaray make an offer for Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson, Xavi Simons favours to move to the Premier League, and Luis Diaz tells Liverpool he wants to move to Bayern Munich. Galatasaray have made an offer of 3m euros (£2.6m) for Manchester City and Brazil goalkeeper Ederson, 31. (L'Equipe - in French) Manchester City are considering a move for 22-year-old English goalkeeper James Trafford to return to the club from Burnley, but only if one of their two main goalkeepers leave. (Fabrizio Romano) Netherlands and RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons, 22, favours a move to the Premier League, with both Chelsea and Arsenal monitoring his situation. (Bild - in German) Colombia and Liverpool winger Luis Diaz, 28, has told his club that he wants to join Bayern Munich. Liverpool rejected an approach earlier this week. (Florian Plettenburg) Barcelona, AC Milan, Al Hilal and Al Nassr are interested in 26-year-old Liverpool and Uruguay forward Darwin Nunez. (Caughtoffside) Juventus are considering a swap deal for Manchester United and Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund, 22, in exchange for their 27-year-old Brazil midfielder Douglas Luiz. (Tuttosport - in Italian) Jose Mourinho is interested in signing Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford, 27, for Fenerbahce. (T24 - in Turkish) Sunderland have agreed a £17.5m fee with Sassuolo for 26-year-old French winger Armand Lauriente, 25. (Sky Sports) English attacking midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, 18, has agreed a new five-year deal with Arsenal. (Telegraph - requires subscription) Tottenham have made an enquiry for 22-year-old Bournemouth and Ukraine defender Ilya Zabarnyi. (TalkSport) Ipswich are expecting an improved offer from Brentford for 21-year-old English forward Omari Hutchinson. (Sky Sports) Norwich are close to selling United States striker Josh Sargent, 25, to Wolfsburg for £21m. (Sky Sports) Wissa prefers Tottenham move - Friday's gossip All your football quizzes in one place Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Get the latest from your club
