Dutch footballer Xavi Simons might move from Germany to England as Chelsea are hoping to sign him in future. The FIFA Club World Cup champions are in advanced position to sign Xavi from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. The player himself is keen to join the Blues as he wants a new challenge in his career. According to Sky Sports, the deal is “imminent”. After Madueke’s departure from Chelsea, the inclusion of Xavi Simons will surely strengthen the club’s attacking third. As of now, personal terms are all agreed between the involved parties. It’s just a matter of time now that Chelsea will announce Xavi Simons ahead of the new season.
All You Need to Know About Xavi Simons
Netherlands have always provided a number of generational talents to the football world. Xavi Simons is the latest addition to the list. After the elite era consisting of legends like Robben, Van Persie, and Van der Sar, this Dutch football team has found another golden generation. There’s no shock that Xavi Simons is a former La Masia product. He joined La Masia back in 2011. While Barcelona fans were hoping for another sensational academy player to shine for them, PSG came and hijacked Xavi Simons.
In the 2019-20 season, Xavi Simons joined the U-19 PSG team. With rapid growth, he finally made his senior-level debut for PSG in the 2021-22 season. But Simons didn’t get much attention there. After playing just 11 matches in the French League, he made a free transfer to one of the best teams in Netherlands. While playing for PSV, Xavi finally unlocked his true potential. He registered 22 goals and 11 assists for the Dutch club. The most surprising part of Xavi’s career so far is that he has never found proper stability in terms of contract. After just playing one season, he again joined PSG and in that very season, he was loaned out again. This time Xavi joined RB Leipzig. After the expiry of his season-long loan deal, he came back to PSG. This time, he hoped for a longer stay at the French club. But that didn’t happen. Xavi made a permanent move to RB Leipzig. The Dutch wonderkid soon became the heartthrob of the German club. In 76 matches, Xavi bagged 21 goals and 23 assists.
What Xavi Brings to This Chelsea Team
Xavi is widely known for his extraordinary ball control and clinical striking. Being a winger, he can easily operate as an attacking midfielder. This diligent footballer is surely the next big thing in European football. Under their head coach, Enzo Maresca, this ‘young’ Chelsea are now dreaming to achieve more. Chelsea showed the world again that football is won with proper tactics. The club has already made some important signings in the upfront. New arrivals like Liam Delap and Joao Pedro have impressed the coach. The midfield of Chelsea is the strongest part of the team. Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez have given important solidity. If Xavi Simons joins this current Chelsea team, this will bolster the team much more. The good old days are finally back at the Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea’s Business Relationship with the German Club
This is not the first time that Chelsea are doing business with RB Leipzig. Back in the 2020-21 season, Chelsea bought Timo Werner from the German club. Although, Werner went back to his parent club again after spending two seasons with Chelsea. Chelsea are eager to seal the deal as soon as possible. German heavyweights, Bayern Munich, are also interested in the Dutch international. The transfer fee of Xavi Simons might cost Chelsea at least €70 million. However, there is a new twist in the story. Chelsea are discussing with the German side about a potential swap deal between Xavi Simons and Carney Chukwuemeka.
Author’s Note
The football pundits believe that Xavi Simons can be a season-defining signing for the Blues as Mudryk’s future is still uncertain. Chelsea are very much active in the transfer window. Apart from Xavi Simons, another Dutch international is on Chelsea’s radar. The club finds Jorrel Hato as a perfect backup option for Marc Cucurella. If everything goes according to the plan, Xavi Simons is expected to team up with his countryman at Chelsea from this upcoming season.
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