Tottenham Target Xavi Simons as Transfer Race Heats Up
Tottenham Hotspur aren’t wasting any time this summer. With their long pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White hitting a wall, Spurs are now pushing hard for RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons. The 22-year-old Dutch star is firmly on Spurs’ radar, and talks between club representatives and Simons’ agent are already underway. If you’re wondering why this name stands out, Simons isn’t just another transfer rumor—he’s the kind of player Tottenham believe could shake up their attack for years to come.
Simons had a breakout season in the Bundesliga, racking up 10 goals and seven assists in just 25 games. But it’s not just the raw numbers that turn heads—he scored double what his expected goals tally suggested (just a shade over five goals expected compared to ten scored), and that 20% goal conversion rate puts him in the elite bracket for efficiency. He didn’t just finish chances; he made them too, notching up 12 big chances created for teammates. After a campaign like that, you’d expect most of Europe to be watching, and you’d be right.
Arsenal, Chelsea, and Spurs in a Transfer Tug-of-War
Here’s where it gets even juicier. Simons isn’t just a Spurs favourite. Arsenal have had him on their wishlist, and now Chelsea are ramping up their own approach. Reports say Chelsea are close to hashing out a verbal agreement before the ink is even dry on any paperwork. With all three London giants circling, the transfer has turned into a proper race against the clock.
The timing couldn’t be more intense for Tottenham. Their ideal signing, Nottingham Forest skipper Morgan Gibbs-White, was nearly over the line, only for things to collapse amid accusations of an illegal approach. Forest have dragged Spurs to the Premier League over the matter, muddying any hope for a quick deal—despite the North London club triggering Gibbs-White’s hefty £60 million release clause. With the Forest path looking clogged, Tottenham are leaning heavily into the Simons option, making him their number one target practically overnight.
Simons’ own wishes might tip the balance. Sources close to the player say he’s itching for a move to the Premier League, especially after RB Leipzig missed out on European football for the coming season. His agent, Ali Bara, is apparently key to moving things along, with deep ties inside England making any deal that little bit easier to complete. For Leipzig, the situation is clear: they want at least £60 million, possibly closer to €70 million, to let Simons leave—putting him in the same transfer price zone as Gibbs-White.
- Simons’ age and versatility mean he’d fit well with Tottenham’s long-term plans.
- Competition is fierce, with Chelsea threatening to move fast.
- Spurs might have only hours to snag Simons before rivals swoop in.
With so much happening in North London and heavyweights like Chelsea also in the mix, one thing is clear—the Premier League transfer window still has a few twists left, and Xavi Simons is at the center of one of the most heated battles this summer.
