Chelsea remain at a standstill in their interest in former PSG ace Xavi Simons. The Blues have yet to move off players with no future at Stamford Bridge to clear the way for the 22-year-old standout.
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano reported that RB Leipzig have accepted an €80 million offer for Simons, with €55 million payable upfront. Simons is contracted to Leipzig until June 2027, and PSG inserted a sell-on clause ensuring they earn a cut of any future transfer.
That strategy has already proven lucrative. Adam Crafton of The Athletic noted that PSG received €17 million (£15 million) from Hugo Ekitiké’s recent transfer to Liverpool thanks to a similar clause.
Can Tottenham land Xavi Simons?
According to CaughtOffside, Chelsea remain at a standstill in their pursuit of Simons. The Blues have yet to move on players with no future at Stamford Bridge, leaving the path unclear for the 22-year-old standout.
The report adds that Spurs have made inquiries but no formal offer, checking on Simons’ availability and Leipzig’s position. With just a week left before the deadline, the North London club may need to act fast if they want to turn interest into a concrete move.
Meanwhile, Mundo Deportivo reported that Simons has already informed the board he wants to leave, making it clear he doesn’t want to waste more time. His preferred destination is Chelsea, where he has been pursued for weeks.
An agreement is already in place between the player and the club. However, Chelsea still need to offload several players before sealing the transfer, with Christopher Nkunku among those considered for a potential move.