Chelsea Close In on Personal Agreement With Xavi Simons

Chelsea are moving quickly to sign Xavi Simons. Talks about personal terms are progressing, and Simons wants to join Chelsea this summer.

PERSONAL TERMS NEARLY AGREED

Chelsea have directly talked with Xavi Simons, and they are close to agreeing on a contract with the talented 22-year-old. Simons played for RB Leipzig last season and has chosen Chelsea over other options, including Arsenal. He is impressed by Chelsea’s plans for the next season. Both sides are optimistic, but Chelsea must still negotiate with Leipzig to finalize the transfer fee, expected to be between €65-70 million, possibly rising to €80 million with add-ons.

WHY CHELSEA WANT SIMONS

Simons has become a priority for Chelsea as they aim to strengthen their attack for the 2025/26 season. Chelsea finished fourth in the Premier League last season, qualifying for the Champions League. They have also won the Conference League, as well as the Club World Cup, beating Champions League winners PSG in the final. Simons scored 10 goals and made seven assists in 25 Bundesliga appearances last season and is seen as one of Europe’s most promising young midfielders. Chelsea have already signed attackers Jamie Gittens and Joao Pedro, but see Simons as someone who can add creativity and energy to Enzo Maresca’s team and work well with players like Cole Palmer. Leipzig, who finished seventh in the Bundesliga last season, are preparing for Simons’ likely departure.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CHELSEA AND SIMONS

With personal terms nearly settled, Chelsea will now focus on reaching an agreement with RB Leipzig. The new Premier League season starts in just over three weeks, and Chelsea’s first game is against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. The Blues will want to integrate Simons into the team quickly for the start of the season and compete for Champions League football. Leipzig, while preparing for life without Simons, will start their Bundesliga season aiming to challenge for the top three again.