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Perfect Chelsea and RB Leipzig Swap Deal Emerges as Both Clubs in Talks with Key Transfer Targets
GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 23 – Chelsea are progressing in negotiations to sign 22-year-old Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for over €70 million, aiming to boost their attacking options this summer transfer window.
- On July 23, 2025, Chelsea informed RB Leipzig they want to sign Xavi Simons, noting they are 'close to a verbal agreement' according to Sky Germany.
- Earlier this year PSG sold Xavi Simons to RB Leipzig on a contract through June 2027 with a sell-on clause, and he is keen to leave after Leipzig missed European qualification.
- Chelsea and RB Leipzig began club-to-club talks this week, as reported by Florian Plettenberg on Sky Sports, with Leipzig valuing him at around €65-70 million.
- Chelsea are pushing to act quickly to stay ahead of other suitors, with Bayern Munich entering the race to sign Simons and Arsenal falling behind according to Ben Jacobs.
- With the transfer window closing on September 1, the operation could exceed €70 million and might involve Carney Chukwuemeka to reduce costs.
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Xavi Simons could have his wish of joining a Premier League team granted by Chelsea, although they can't offer him the perfect welcome gift due to their prior summer spending
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Chelsea Face Late Competition from Bayern Munich for Xavi Simons Amid Transfer Push
Softfootball understands that Chelsea are facing late interference from Bayern Munich in their attempt to land Dutch playmaker Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig. The 21-year-old, one of Europe’s most talented young midfielders, is reportedly a top target for the Blues, who are keen on reinforcing their creative options under manager Enzo Maresca. Xavi Simons (Photo Credit: Getty) Simons only made his switch to Leipzig permanent in January following a…
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