Bundesliga Star Xavi Simons Rejects Manchester City Interest, Prefers Chelsea

RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons has expressed a desire to join Chelsea this summer, despite interest from Manchester City and Bayern Munich.

The Dutch international impressed at Euro 2024 with one goal and three assists across six appearances before returning to RB Leipzig, where he recorded eight goals and 11 assists in the Bundesliga during the 2024/25 campaign. Leipzig secured his services permanently from Paris Saint-Germain for €50 million earlier this year.

According to ESPN journalist Julien Laurens, Leipzig are open to selling Simons for a fee in the region of €80 million. However, the 22-year-old has informed the club that his preferred destination is Stamford Bridge, ending hopes of a move to either the Etihad Stadium or the Allianz Arena.

FAQs

• What is Simons’ market value? Leipzig are seeking around €80 million.
• Which clubs showed interest? Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea.
• What did Simons decide? He has told Leipzig he wants Chelsea.

Conclusion

While Manchester City and Bayern Munich tracked Xavi Simons closely, the Dutch star has prioritized a move to Chelsea, with negotiations expected to follow in the coming weeks.