Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly intensifying their pursuit of Xavi Simons. Spurs faces competition from Chelsea for the RB Leipzig midfielder. The Bundesliga side has communicated the required transfer fee to Tottenham Hotspur. The transfer saga is expected to intensify as both clubs vie for the Netherlands international‘s signature.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly stepping up their efforts to secure a deal for Xavi Simons. Chelsea and RB Leipzig are also interested in the player. RB Leipzig has informed Tottenham Hotspur of the fee required to complete the transfer.
Spurs intensify efforts to sign Xavi Simons
Chelsea are believed to have shifted their focus to Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez. As a result, Tottenham Hotspur may now be in a stronger position to sign Simons. Reports indicate that Simons is currently in London, fueling speculation of a potential move to Tottenham Hotspur. Some sources have even identified Spurs as the frontrunners to secure the Dutchman’s services.
However, Tottenham Hotspur still face a challenge in overcoming Chelsea to secure the 22-year-old attacking midfielder’s signature. The battle for his signature is expected to be fiercely contested.
RB Leipzig set transfer fee for Xavi Simons amid Tottenham Hotspur interest
Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg has reported that Tottenham Hotspur have informed RB Leipzig of their strong interest in signing Xavi Simons. The journalist also confirmed that Simons is in London, having been granted permission by his club to finalize a potential transfer.
Plettenberg clarified that Chelsea remain a strong contender for the player, having already reached an agreement on personal terms with the former Paris Saint-Germain player. Leipzig is awaiting offers from both London clubs and are seeking €70m (£60.4m) for Simons.
Chelsea remain in contention for RB Leipzig midfielder despite Tottenham Hotspur interest
Given Tottenham Hotspur’s experiences in the transfer market, fans are approaching the potential deal for Simons with caution. There’s a prevailing sense that the RB Leipzig star could still end up at Stamford Bridge. This is especially true given that he has reportedly already agreed to a move to the West London club.
However, if Tottenham Hotspur can successfully complete the signing, it would represent a significant statement of intent from the club. It would also serve to mitigate the disappointment of missing out on Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-White.
Tottenham Hotspur look to make statement signing
The pursuit of Xavi Simons represents a pivotal moment for Tottenham Hotspur. Successfully acquiring his signature would be a major coup. It would signal their ambition and ability to compete for top talent. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether Tottenham Hotspur can secure the Netherlands international amidst strong competition from Chelsea.
