Chelsea Push for Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho Signings

Chelsea are working on separate transfer deals for Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig and Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United, with both players showing interest in joining the London club.

XAVI SIMONS: ADVANCED TALKS WITH CHELSEA

Chelsea are locked in advanced negotiations with RB Leipzig for Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons, who looks set to join the club. The 22-year-old has made his desire to transfer clear, recently removing Leipzig-related content from his social media, signaling his intent to push through the transfer. Simons was left out of Leipzig’s friendly squad against Atalanta and skipped team training, further intensifying speculation about his exit. With only two years left on his contract and Leipzig out of European competitions after finishing seventh in the Bundesliga last season, the German side appears ready to cash in. Reports suggest the transfer fee will be close to £60 million, with personal terms between Simons and Chelsea already agreed.

GARNACHO ALSO ON CHELSEA’S LIST

Alongside Simons, Chelsea have placed Alejandro Garnacho on their summer shortlist. At this stage, there have been no official talks started with Manchester United for the 21-year-old Argentine winger, but sources confirm Garnacho is intrigued by the opportunity to move to Stamford Bridge. Alejandro Garnacho had a standout season, scoring 11 goals and providing 9 assists in 58 appearances for United. Manchester United finished fifteenth in the league, missing out on Champions League football, while Chelsea finished fourth, qualifying for the Champions League, and winning the Club World Cup and the Conference League. With existing squad changes and a focus on young, dynamic talent, Garnacho remains a key target for Chelsea this window, especially since he has expressed a desire to stay in the Premier League.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CHELSEA AND THEIR FIXTURES

The Premier League season starts in two weeks. Chelsea begin their campaign against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge, with both sides eager to start strong. Chelsea finished last season in fourth place, and would be looking at improving their standings by the end of the the upcoming season. Their first opponents, Crystal Palace, are expected to present a competitive match-up. Chelsea aim to complete the Simons deal before their season opener, while discussions over Garnacho may extend into late August if United show resistance to selling. Both signings would signal Chelsea’s intent to return to the Premier League’s top tier and secure a Champions League berth for 2026.