Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig)
August 2025
helsea have reached personal terms with Xavi Simons, who has rejected Bayern Munich to focus solely on joining the Blues. The 22-year-old Netherlands international is set to feature in Leipzig’s Bundesliga opener while Chelsea prepare a formal €70m offer. Leipzig are open to selling Simons if terms suit, with sporting director Marcel Schafer stressing they will only accept a fair deal. Chelsea, however, must raise funds by offloading Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson to complete the high-profile signing.