Xavi Simons Skips Leipzig Training, Fueling Chelsea Transfer Talks

As of August 2, 2025, Xavi Simons, the talented Dutch midfielder, appears to have made up his mind about his future, and Chelsea are the frontrunners to secure his services. In a clear indication of his intentions, Simons skipped RB Leipzig's training session on Friday and is not expected to feature in their match against Atalanta.

Furthermore, Simons has removed all mention of RB Leipzig from his Instagram bio, and he has even started following Chelsea players online, which, in the digital age, is as close to signing a contract as one can get without actually putting pen to paper.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are close to reaching a verbal agreement with Leipzig, who are asking for around £60 million for the 22-year-old. Simons, who scored 11 goals and provided 8 assists last season, would bring a much-needed injection of energy and creativity to Enzo Maresca's new-look Chelsea squad.

While Chelsea already have a strong forward line, including the likes of Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens, and Joao Pedro, the pursuit of Simons is not just about numbers. It's about versatility and the ability to unlock defenses, something Chelsea struggled with last season. With Christopher Nkunku expected to leave, Simons could be his ready-made replacement, as Maresca seeks a player who can both score and create.

With Bayern Munich and other clubs reportedly interested in Simons, his actions suggest he has already set his sights on a move to Stamford Bridge, where he could play a crucial role in Chelsea's plans for the upcoming season.