Xavi Simons celebrates with his RB Leipzig Team Tess (Photo: Maja Hitij/Getty Images)
Agents from RB Leipzig, who are attacking midfielder Zabi Simons, have begun talks with Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham over a possible summer transfer.
Information is provided by well-located sources with connections to the agent industry Catch off side The Simons is eager to move into the Premier League, which will be available for around 60 million euros this summer.
For now, Arsenal, Chelsea and Spurs have begun their early talks on the transition to London, with the sounds of as Dutch international options.
“The player’s agents have begun consultations with Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal,” a source told us.
Xavi Simons has a long list of transfer jobs
However, it is also understood that things like Manchester United and Newcastle United are interested in Simons and keeping an eye on the situation.
Barcelona seemed like an option at some point, but now it is considered affordable for the Catalan giant due to its ongoing financial issues.
Liverpool and Manchester City have also been praised by Simons for many years, but moved for different targets in the form of Florian Wiltz and Rayan Cherki, respectively.
Interestingly, some sources suggest that there is a reservation between the club about the attitude and professionalism of the 22-year-old, which could affect teams who are willing to pay him.
Xavi Simons Transfer makes sense for Arsenal and Chelsea
Both Arsenal and Chelsea appear to need the offensive midfield talent of tops like Simons.
The former PSG young man finished with 14 goals and 11 assists in all competitions last season, allowing him to add much needed sparks to Mikel Arteta’s offense.
Arsenal looked a bit old and predictable last season, so Simons could upgrade by attacking midfielders like Martin Odegard and Gabriel Martinelli.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have already been strengthened with Jamie Gittens this summer, but there may be room for another similar player, perhaps, like Noni Maduce left.