X. Simons

RB Leipzig’s £52m Demands for Xavi Simons: Including Chelsea’s Underperforming Asset

RB Leipzig are reportedly ready to bring Christopher Nkunku back to Germany, as part of a blockbuster deal that would see Xavi Simons join Chelsea in a £60 million ($81m) move. The Bundesliga side have floated the sensational idea of a player-plus-cash swap with Chelsea preparing to move out several players, including Nkunku, before going all-in on their top attacking targets.

Xavi Simons Omission from RB Leipzig Squad Fuels Chelsea Transfer Speculation Amid Newcastle Bid for Benjamin Šeško

Chelsea's hopes of landing Xavi Simons have received a lift, as the Dutch midfielder was surprisingly omitted from RB Leipzig's squad for a recent friendly. This comes as Newcastle United also saw a potential avenue open up, with star striker Benjamin Sesko also absent from the Leipzig lineup - just hours after the Magpies launched a £70m bid. The omissions fuel speculation that both players could be on the move before the transfer window closes, potentially sparking a bidding war for the talented duo