Key Takeaways:
- Xavi Simons is currently in London negotiating a transfer, with Tottenham emerging as his likely destination over Chelsea
- RB Leipzig are seeking a transfer fee of around 70 million euros, with talks between the parties underway
- Simons has contributed 22 goals and 24 assists in 78 matches for RB Leipzig, and scored 5 goals in 28 appearances for the Netherlands
Simons’ Transfer Saga Takes Turn Towards Tottenham
RB Leipzig’s creative force, Xavi Simons, has travelled to London as negotiations regarding his future intensify. Contrary to previous expectations, Chelsea no longer appear to be his most probable landing spot. Instead, Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as front-runners to complete a deal for the highly rated Dutch attacking midfielder.
The news broke yesterday that Tottenham are moving aggressively to secure the 22-year-old, who was previously believed to be closest to joining Chelsea. Simons, currently under contract with Leipzig until 2027, was notably absent from Leipzig’s morning training as the squad prepares for their fixture against Heidenheim on Saturday. Reports suggest that Simons and his representatives are present in the English capital to work on terms with Tottenham.
🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Xavi Simons is in London to hold further talks with Tottenham.
Everything currently points to him joining Spurs over Chelsea, with a fee if around €70M being discussed.
Chelsea's focus is on Fermin Lopez.
(Source: BILD) pic.twitter.com/snXzVr1WLR
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 28, 2025
Chelsea’s Delay Gives Spurs an Opening
While Chelsea had been leading the pursuit and had even agreed personal terms with Simons, delays arising from the unresolved transfers of Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson have stalled the process. This slowdown has allowed Tottenham the opportunity to intervene and move ahead in negotiations. Furthermore, reports indicate that Chelsea’s renewed interest in Fermin Lopez from Barcelona has not been positively received by Simons’ camp.
Negotiations and Financial Details
Tottenham’s urgency to enhance their creative midfield options has grown following the serious injury to James Maddison. Previous attacking targets Eberechi Eze and Savinho are now off the table, with Eze preferring Arsenal and Manchester City yet to approve Savinho’s move. Although Tottenham have not issued an official bid, preliminary discussions between the clubs have already involved concrete figures.
RB Leipzig are understood to be seeking a transfer fee in the region of €70,000,000 including bonuses. An eventual agreement appears likely, which would mark a second major sale this summer for Leipzig and their sporting director Marcel Schäfer, who recently finalised Benjamin Šeško’s €80,000,000 transfer to Manchester United.
BILD / Transfer News Live Twitter also reported: “🚨 BREAKING: Xavi Simons is in London to hold further talks with Tottenham. Everything currently points to him joining Spurs over Chelsea, with a fee of around €70 million being discussed. Chelsea’s focus is on Fermin Lopez.”
Player Statistics
Since joining RB Leipzig, Xavi Simons has recorded 22 goals and 24 assists across 78 appearances. On the international stage, he has scored 5 goals in 28 matches for the Netherlands national team.
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| RB Leipzig | 78 | 22 | 24 |
| International (Netherlands) | 28 | 5 | 4 |
