Xavi Simons of the Netherlands launched during the qualification of the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Photo by Dean Mouhtropoulos / Getty Images)
The RB Leipzig striker, Xavi Simons, is currently one of the most sought -after players on the transfer market, and has been linked to several clubs of several best.
The 22 -year -old was exceptional for the German club, and his performances attracted the attention of clubs such as Chelsea and Arsenal. It will be interesting to see if the Bundesliga team is ready to let it go this summer.
Simons has technical attributes to prosper in the Premier League, and he will seek to join a high -level club capable of winning trophies.
Xavi Simons: context and start of career
The international of the Netherlands crossed the ranks of the Spanish club Barcelona, where he was considered a young prodigious talent. However, he has never quite managed to unravel the first team scene at the Liga Club. The player joined Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2019, and he had to become the next great thing at the French club.
After failing to obtain a first regular team action at the French club, the player joined the Dutch outfit PSV Eindhoven on a five -year contract. It was here that the Netherlands striker managed to find his foot, and he scored 22 goals and 11 assists in all competitions.
His performances in the Netherlands prompted PSG to bring him back to the club in the summer of 2023. They decided to send him immediately to the German club RB Leipzig, and he was quite impressive in the Bundesliga. The German outfit decided to move permanent last season, and the player has been an essential asset for them since.
Club career and statistics
| Club | Apparitions | Goals | Aid |
| PSG | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| PSV | 48 | 22 | 11 |
| RB Leipzig | 76 | 21 | 23 |
2025 summer transfer window
Chelsea and Arsenal have been strongly linked to the player in recent weeks, and it is not surprising that they love him.
Arsenal needs someone who can place in several attack roles and provide cover and depth on the side. Players like Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz were disappointing last season. Mikel Arteta needs alternatives and the international of the Netherlands corresponds perfectly to the profile.
He can slip into large areas, and he could be an alternative to Martin Odegaard centrally during rotation and injuries.
Likewise, Chelsea needs more quality on the sides, especially after the departure of Noni Madueke. Mykhailo Mudryk is also faced with a long ban for doping. Simons will also help create chances for his teammates and Chip with objectives.
The midfielder midfielder would be assessed at 70 million euros, and it will be interesting to see where he is.
