London, July 23 — Chelsea are poised to submit an official bid for Dutch star Xavi Simons, with personal terms reportedly close to being agreed following encouraging discussions over the past 24 hours.
The RB Leipzig midfielder is attracting significant attention across Europe — but sources indicate Simons is leaning towards a move to the Premier League, with Chelsea now emerging as front-runners.
Bayern Munich have made enquiries, while Arsenal are also monitoring the situation closely. However, the Gunners are yet to open formal talks with Leipzig or Simons’ representatives, leaving Chelsea with a potential early advantage in the race for the 21-year-old.
Simons is viewed as one of Europe’s most exciting young talents, and his versatility, creativity, and pressing work have made him a sought-after figure this summer. While PSG technically retain his registration, Leipzig are expected to play a key role in any transfer negotiations due to their option to extend the loan or facilitate a permanent move.
Chelsea, meanwhile, remain determined to continue their youth-focused rebuild, and see Simons as a perfect fit for their evolving midfield. With talks progressing behind the scenes, an official approach from Stamford Bridge is now imminent.