Chelsea Push for Xavi Simons as Nkunku Swap Deal Considered | OneFootball

Blues step up summer transfer talks with RB Leipzig ahead of 2025/26 Premier League season

Chelsea Push for Xavi Simons as Nkunku Swap Deal Considered

Chelsea're intensifying efforts to strengthen their squad in the current summer transfer window with RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons emerging as prime target.

Reports in England suggest the Premier League side have opened serious negotiations with the Bundesliga club to bring the Dutch star to Stamford Bridge.

Barcelona Link and Early Career Path

Simons, now 22 was once highly rated prospect in Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy joining at just 16 before moving on to forge his professional career.

His rise has taken him from Spain to Germany where he's become one of the Bundesliga’s most dynamic midfielders.

Nkunku in Potential Swap Proposal

According to English media, Chelsea could include French forward Christopher Nkunku as part of the deal. Leipzig are keen to bring Nkunku back and Blues boss Enzo Maresca's reportedly ready to part ways with the forward who's fallen out of his plans for the upcoming campaign.

Valued at 70 million euro, Simons enjoyed strong 2024 /25 season scoring 11 goal & providing 8 assist in 33 appearances across all competitions. His creativity & versatility have attracted interest from top clubs including former side Barcelona.

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