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Chelsea close in on Xavi Simons! Blues in advanced negotiations to land RB Leipzig star as summer spree shows no signs of slowing down

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<p>Simons, who only signed a permanent deal with Leipzig in January, is said to be <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/xavi-simons-saga-drags-on-as-rb-leipzig-star-continues-pre-season-training-amid-chelsea-pursuit/blt24a40a271bfb6226" target="_blank">interested in a move to Stamford Bridge</a>. He is reportedly excited by the project Chelsea are building under Enzo Maresca, and discussions over <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1949044815481438388" target="_blank">personal terms are also believed to be progressing smoothly.</a></p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Simons originally joined RB Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, spending 18 months in the Bundesliga.  In January 2025, Leipzig made the move permanent, paying a reported €50 million (£44m/$59m) to secure his long-term future. However, just months into his new deal, the German side are now seemingly prepared to cash in, especially given <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/chelsea-xavi-simons-agreement-rb-leipzig-carney-chukwuemeka-talks-swap-premier-league-bundesliga-sides/bltcd3fac303ce21675" target="_blank">Chelsea’s strong interest and willingness</a> to meet the expected valuation of around £60m ($81m). </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>During the 2024–25 campaign, Simons was one of Leipzig’s standout performers. In total, he scored 11 goals and contributed eight assists in 33 matches across all competitions. His ability to influence matches from wide positions, combined with a sharp eye for goal, made him one of the Bundesliga’s most dangerous attacking threats.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Simons was predominantly deployed on the left flank for Leipzig last season but is also capable of operating as a central attacking midfielder or even in a slightly deeper playmaking role. Should he join Chelsea, he is expected to compete with rising talent Jamie Gittens for a place in the club's starting XI.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR SIMONS?

Chelsea close in on Xavi Simons! Blues in advanced negotiations to land RB Leipzig star as summer spree shows no signs of slowing down | Goal.com

Chelsea appear to be edging closer to securing the services of Dutch playmaker Xavi Simons, with advanced discussions underway between the Blues and German outfit RB Leipzig, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder has emerged as a priority target for the Premier League side, who are reportedly confident of finalising the transfer before the summer window shuts down..

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