Worrying Xavi Simons to Chelsea Transfer News Emerges in Germany

BILD reports Chelsea agreement with Simons but doubts remain over RB Leipzig deal

A fresh twist has emerged in Chelsea’s pursuit of Xavi Simons, with German outlet BILD claiming the Dutch midfielder has agreed personal terms with the Blues. However, Chelsea have yet to table an official bid to RB Leipzig, and the move is said to hinge on the possible exit of Christopher Nkunku or Nicolas Jackson.

Transfer Doubts Despite Agreement

Chelsea have been monitoring Simons all summer, but with just a week left in the transfer window, there are still no signs of the deal progressing. The latest reports suggest that although Simons is open to the move, the Premier League club’s financial balancing act complicates matters.

The Blues are reportedly only prepared to make an offer if one of their forwards leaves, with Nkunku and Jackson the most likely candidates. That scenario, however, is far from straightforward.

Injury Concerns Intensify Chelsea’s Need

Chelsea’s urgency in the transfer market has grown after Cole Palmer suffered an injury in the warm-up against West Ham. The England international is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks, leaving Mauricio Pochettino short of attacking options.

Simons, currently at RB Leipzig, could fill that creative void. Though not a like-for-like replacement for Palmer, his pace, vision, and versatility could provide Chelsea with much-needed depth.

Clouds of Uncertainty

Until recently, it was assumed Leipzig would agree to a deal if Chelsea moved quickly following a player exit. But reports now suggest the German side may be less open to negotiations than previously thought.

This has cast new doubt over whether the transfer will materialize before the window shuts. If it falls through, it would mark a major disappointment for Chelsea fans after weeks of speculation.

Meanwhile, alternative targets remain under discussion, with Alejandro Garnacho also linked to Stamford Bridge.