Xavi Simons has reportedly been given permission to miss RB Leipzig training as he arrives in London for talks over a move, with Chelsea and Tottenham both interested in the winger
Xavi Simons has arrived in London ahead of a potential Premier League switch, according to German reports - with Tottenham now poised to gazump Chelsea's pursuit.
The 22-year-old winger was granted permission to skip RB Leipzig's Thursday morning training session as he flew into the capital for discussions.
Spurs, who were pipped to Eberechi Eze by rivals Arsenal last week, appear increasingly likely to secure their primary backup target despite Chelsea's previous strong interest.
Leipzig have confirmed that Simons has been "released from training indefinitely for future discussions", though the German club are yet to receive a formal bid, whilst Simons' representatives must still iron out contract specifics.
The Bundesliga outfit will demand around £65million for the Netherlands international, who has two years left on his existing deal, reports the Mirror.
Following Benjamin Sesko's £74million departure to Manchester United, Simons could become Leipzig's second major departure this summer.
Tottenham remain eager to bolster their attacking options due to James Maddison's season-long injury, whilst Dejan Kulusevski also remains on the treatment table.
Should Simons opt for north London over west, Chelsea are reportedly prepared to turn their attention to Barcelona's Fermin Lopez - though their main focus before Monday's deadline remains shifting numerous surplus players. As many as nine players who don't feature in Enzo Maresca's plans could be shown the exit door, including England stars Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell.
The latter has reportedly caught the eye of his former boss Frank Lampard at Coventry.
Chelsea have already raked in nearly £290m from player sales this summer. Notable departures include Noni Madueke moving to Arsenal for a cool £48 million, Joao Felix heading to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr for £26 million, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall making a £25 million switch to Everton.
Christopher Nkunku is also expected to finalise a move to AC Milan any day now.