According to David Ornstein- Player completed Tottenham medical yesterday ahead of Spurs move
RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons is on the verge of becoming Tottenham Hotspur’s marquee signing of the summer, with The Athletic’s David Ornstein confirming that the Netherlands international successfully completed his medical in London yesterday. The move represents a major coup for Spurs, who have been searching for an elite attacking addition before the transfer window slams shut.
Tottenham have already agreed personal terms with the 22-year-old and are prepared to part with a fee in the region of €60 million to bring him to North London. The deal accelerated quickly once it became clear that Simons was enthusiastic about the switch, and Tottenham wasted no time in lodging a formal bid to seal his signature.
Chelsea had also expressed strong interest in the former Paris Saint-Germain academy graduate, but despite monitoring the situation closely, the Blues ultimately failed to table an official offer. That allowed Spurs to move into pole position and secure a player widely regarded as one of Europe’s most exciting young attacking talents.
For Tottenham, and in particular head coach Thomas Frank, Simons’ arrival will provide a significant boost. The Lilywhites have endured a frustrating transfer window in their attempts to strengthen the final third. High-profile pursuits of Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze both ended in disappointment—Gibbs-White decided to remain loyal to Nottingham Forest, while Eze opted for Arsenal in a dramatic late hijack that left Spurs empty-handed.
Injuries have only compounded the issue. Playmaker James Maddison is expected to miss much of the 2025–26 season after suffering a devastating anterior cruciate ligament injury during pre-season, robbing the side of one of its most creative outlets. Meanwhile, winger Dejan Kulusevski has not featured since May after undergoing treatment for a knee injury, leaving Tottenham short of proven attacking quality.
Against that backdrop, the acquisition of Simons could not have come at a better time. Known for his versatility, vision, and direct attacking play, the Dutchman is capable of operating across the forward line—either out wide, as a No. 10, or even deeper in midfield. He has long been tipped for a Premier League move, with English clubs tracking him even before he turned professional. Now, Tottenham have finally brought him to England, fulfilling speculation that has followed him since his teenage years.
The North London club have begun their Premier League campaign in perfect fashion, claiming back-to-back wins against Burnley and Manchester City. They will look to continue their momentum this weekend when they host Bournemouth at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. However, Simons is unlikely to be registered in time, meaning his much-anticipated debut will probably be delayed.
Fans may instead have to wait until September 13, when Spurs travel to the London Stadium to face West Ham United, for the Dutchman’s first appearance in a Tottenham shirt. With West Ham struggling for form, the fixture could provide the perfect stage for Simons to announce himself in English football.
For Daniel Levy and Tottenham’s recruitment team, this signing represents both a statement of intent and a solution to a growing problem. After a series of setbacks, they have finally secured a player capable of becoming a central figure in Thomas Frank’s system. If Simons can adapt quickly to the pace and physicality of the Premier League, he could well be the game-changer Tottenham have been searching for.