Tottenham meeting IMMINENT as Daniel Levy ready to pay £60m for ‘complete’ star
Tottenham Hotspur are intensifying their pursuit of Xavi Simons, with sources confirming to TEAMtalk that a crucial meeting with the RB Leipzig star’s representatives is scheduled to take place in the coming days. The North London club are determined to make a serious push for the Dutchman, though they face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea, who have just received a major financial boost in their own efforts to secure his signature.
Once considered a promising talent at Paris Saint-Germain, Simons struggled to carve out regular opportunities in France. However, his move to the Bundesliga has completely revitalised his career. Now 22 years old, the attacking midfielder has blossomed into one of Europe’s most exciting young players at RB Leipzig. Not only has he shown his quality in a central playmaking role, but he has also impressed when deployed out wide, highlighting his versatility and tactical intelligence—two attributes that make him a prized target for top clubs.
Tottenham’s recruitment team are reportedly prepared to go all in for Simons, with chairman Daniel Levy willing to match Leipzig’s £60 million (€69m, $81m) valuation. A source close to the negotiations revealed to TEAMtalk: “Tottenham are very keen and prepared to pay the asking price.” This underlines Spurs’ intent to strengthen their attacking options, particularly with James Maddison sidelined by a long-term injury and uncertainty surrounding the creative depth in Ange Postecoglou’s squad.
However, while Spurs are making their intentions clear, Chelsea remain a significant obstacle. The West London outfit have stepped up their own pursuit of Simons in recent days, with their interest reportedly accelerating following developments at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are set to part ways with Christopher Nkunku, who is on the verge of completing a €45m (£39m, $52.5m) move to AC Milan. The Frenchman’s departure will not only free up a considerable transfer fee but also open up valuable space in Chelsea’s attacking unit, leaving them in an even stronger position to chase Simons.
Leipzig, for their part, are fully aware of the attention their star is attracting and are keen to cash in while his value is at its peak. Their firm £60m valuation reflects both the player’s potential and his importance to the club last season. With multiple clubs circling, they are confident the figure will be met before the close of the transfer window.
Meanwhile, Tottenham’s transfer activity is not limited to Simons. Elsewhere, Real Madrid are reported to have made a “promise” to their rising star Nico Paz in order to block Spurs’ advances for the Argentine midfielder, who has been impressing on loan at Como. Los Blancos are determined to keep hold of their academy graduate despite Tottenham’s keen interest in adding another creative option to their squad.
Adding further intrigue to Tottenham’s transfer window, reports claim that a Manchester United outcast has been offered to the club, providing Spurs with another possible midfield option. At the same time, they have also been informed of Manchester City’s final stance on young winger Savinho, who has been a long-term target for several Premier League clubs.
On top of that, Tottenham are reportedly in talks to sign a midfielder who once came close to joining the club in the past, with his current team now desperate to offload him. This could open the door for a cut-price deal, adding yet another layer of complexity to Spurs’ already busy transfer plans.
In short, Tottenham’s chase for Xavi Simons is shaping up to be one of the defining sagas of their summer window. While they are ready to meet Leipzig’s demands, Chelsea’s growing influence—and the financial muscle generated by Nkunku’s imminent sale—could yet tilt the race in the Blues’ favour. For Spurs, the coming days will be decisive as they look to finally land the creative spark their attack has been crying out for.