Leipzig football club has reaffirmed their decision - Xavi's departure from the team appears to be solidifying
In the world of football, transfer rumours and speculation are a constant, and the latest buzz surrounds RB Leipzig and Chelsea. The German club is currently going through a period of transition, with several key players' futures uncertain, including that of Xavi Simons.
Currently, the status of Benjamin Sesko with RB Leipzig is uncertain due to the scuppered deal with Arsenal and potential interest from Newcastle United. Meanwhile, Chelsea is pushing hard to finalize the transfer of Simons, with reports indicating a deal worth around €70 million has been agreed, and Simons has signed a seven-year contract with Chelsea. Although official announcements have been pending, sources suggest Chelsea are aiming to have Simons ready for preseason training in early August.
The transfer talks have been ongoing since July 2022, and Chelsea aim to complete the deal before the first team returns to training on August 4, so the new head coach Enzo Maresca can integrate Simons into the squad ahead of the 2025/26 season kickoff. Simons has been training with RB Leipzig during the negotiations but is open to moving to the Premier League club.
Other clubs like Bayern Munich have been linked with interest, but Chelsea appears to currently lead the race. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has noted that while progress exists, official confirmation has been awaited, and the situation remains fluid.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig is undergoing a squad overhaul following their worst Bundesliga season in history without qualifying for an international starting spot. Coach Werner had previously announced "tough decisions" due to the intense competition in the oversized RB Leipzig squad. The club must sell or loan out André Silva, Eljif Elmas, and Timo Werner, in addition to potentially parting ways with Sesko.
In a recent test match against FC Toulouse, RB Leipzig displayed their potential with a convincing 7:0 victory. Xaver Schlager, El Chadaille Bitshiabu, Johan Bakayoko, Loïs Openda (who scored two goals in the 17th and 40th minutes), and Yan Diomande and Ezechiel Banzuzi (who scored after the break) were among the goal scorers. However, Lukas Klostermann, Kevin Kampl, and Amadou Haidara were not in the matchday squad.
As the transfer window heats up, both RB Leipzig and Chelsea are in advanced talks, with the development heading in the right direction. The future of Xavi Simons and several other key players is shaping up to be a fascinating subplot in the upcoming football season.
Chelsea's persistent efforts to finalize the transfer of Xavi Simons are ongoing, with reports indicating a potential deal worth €70 million and a seven-year contract for the footballer. Meanwhile, the future of Benjamin Sesko with RB Leipzig remains uncertain due to potential interest from Newcastle United, adding another layer to the ongoing drama in the world of sports and football.
