Arsenal cooling interest in Xavi Simons, focus shifts | OneFootball

It seems that Arsenal’s pursuit of promising young midfielder Xavi Simons may be coming to an end.

Reports indicate that the Gunners are shifting their focus toward other transfer targets, potentially leaving the 21-year-old to extend his loan spell at RB Leipzig.

LEIPZIG, GERMANY: Xavi Simons of RB Leipzig on the ball during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and TSG Hoffenheim at Red Bull Arena on December 16, 2023. (Photo by Luciano Lima/Getty Images)

Reports suggest that Arsenal are cooling their interest in young midfielder Xavi Simons. The talented 21-year-old is currently on loan at RB Leipzig from Paris Saint-Germain, but Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta appears to be focusing his efforts elsewhere.

It seems the Gunners are prioritising other areas of the squad for reinforcement. The main focus seems to be on strengthening attacking options with a new striker, while strengthening the defensive midfield is also a priority.

Simons, who has impressed during his loan spell in Germany, is reportedly in talks with Leipzig over a potential loan extension. This would likely put Arsenal’s pursuit of the Dutchman on hold for the foreseeable future.

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LEIPZIG, GERMANY – JANUARY 13: Xavi Simons of Leipzig in action during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt at Red Bull Arena on January 13, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Here’s a breakdown of why Arsenal might be stepping away from the Simons chase:

Overall, while Arsenal’s interest in Xavi Simons appears to be cooling, the door isn’t completely shut.

The talented youngster’s development in Germany will be one to watch, and if he continues to impress, a future move to the Emirates could still be on the cards.