RB Leipzig have been informed that star midfielder Xavi Simons wants to leave the club this summer, with the Premier League looking like his next destination.
The Dutch international joined Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain
The Dutch international, 22, joined Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain last year before the Bundesliga side made the deal permanent for around £42m.
But just five months after that agreement, Simons has told the club he’s ready for a new challenge.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on social media
Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on social media this week, reporting: “Xavi Simons’ decision has been made: He’s ready to leave RB Leipzig this summer.
Plan confirmed as reported in recent months, he’s ready for a new chapter with top Premier League clubs and Bayern all attentive to his situation. RB Leipzig are aware of the player’s plan.”
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🚨💣 Xavi Simons’ decision has been made: he’s ready to leave RB Leipzig this summer.
Plan confirmed as reported in the recent months, he’s ready for new chapter with top Premier League clubs and Bayern all attentive to his situation.
RB Leipzig, aware of the player’s plan. pic.twitter.com/AeY0u5Bjvg
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 14, 2025
That will come as no surprise to a host of English clubs. Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City and Man Utd have long been tracking Simons, while Bayern Munich are also believed to be watching closely.
Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City and Man Utd have long been tracking Simons
However, the asking price and Simons’ preference for a Premier League move put English sides firmly in the frame
Reports suggest Leipzig want a quick and sizable return on their January investment, with the Bundesliga side expected to demand around €80 million (£67m).
A sizable fee, but one that won’t deter top-tier Premier League interest, particularly with Simons’ consistent output at the top level.
The Netherlands international has nine goals and seven assists in the Bundesliga this season
The Netherlands international has nine goals and seven assists in the Bundesliga this season, despite enduring an up-and-down campaign.
Last term, he registered 25 goal contributions across all competitions and was named in the Bundesliga Team of the Season.
Speaking recently, Simons hinted at his future, telling Sky Germany: “I’m still a young player, I have many dreams and the club knows that. But right now, the most important thing for me is to play well in the upcoming games. Then we have the international matches, and after that we’ll sit down and see what happens.”
