PSG sold Xavi Simons to RB Leipzig earlier this year, and the Dutch midfielder has quickly drawn interest from several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Leipzig paid €80 million for Simons, with €55 million paid upfront. He signed a contract through June 2027, and the deal includes a sell-on clause.
With the summer transfer window approaching, speculation aboutSimons’ next move is heating up. A recent report from CaughtOffside suggested Manchester United could be in pole position to sign him, edging out interest from Manchester City.
Meanwhile, Fichajes reported that Tottenhamare planning to strengthentheir squad ahead of a Champions League return, with Simons namedas one of three key targets. The outlet claimed the club is “dreaming”of bringing in the Dutch international.
Will Tottenham Hotspur land former PSG standout?
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Fichajes reported that Spurs, especially nowwith the Champions League money in their coffers, are a favorite to land Simons. Nonetheless, the German club has no intention of letting their star player leave easily, demanding a transfer fee of around €80 million.
TEAMtalk reported this week that Liverpoolare one of several clubs interested in a summer move for Xavi Simons, who has featured as both a left winger and an attacking midfielder this season.
According to the report, Simonsis seen as a strong fit for ArneSlot’s plans at Anfield, with growing confidence that the 22-year-oldis headed for the Premier League. That interest appears to be mutual, as Slot is reportedly a fan of Simons.
TEAMtalk adds that Slot particularly valuesSimons’s technical ability and maturity—traits the Dutch international developed during standout spells at PSV and RB Leipzig.