CHELSEA'S SIMONS HOPES DENTED! BAYERN MUNICH LAUNCH SHOCK BID TO HIJACK RB LEIPZIG STAR'S TRANSFER
Chelsea’s hopes of landing Xavi Simons have taken a major hit as Bayern Munich have officially entered the race, launching a bid to hijack the deal for the highly rated Dutch midfielder.
Simons, who spent the 2024/25 season on loan at RB Leipzig, has been at the centre of intense transfer speculation following his return to Paris Saint-Germain. The French club, who still retain ownership of the 21-year-old, are open to a permanent exit — triggering a flurry of interest from Europe’s top clubs.
Chelsea had been pushing to secure the versatile playmaker as part of their summer rebuild under new leadership, viewing Simons as a key creative spark in midfield. But now, Bayern Munich have made their move — throwing a wrench into the Blues’ plans.
The German champions are believed to have tabled a competitive proposal, with manager Vincent Kompany personally keen on adding the Dutch international to his evolving squad. Bayern are reportedly offering both regular game time and a central role in their project — factors that could sway Simons' decision as he weighs his next step.
Simons is seen as one of Europe’s most exciting young talents, capable of playing as a No. 10, out wide, or in a deeper playmaking role. With Leipzig resigned to losing him and PSG unwilling to guarantee minutes, the race has now turned into a high-stakes battle between two European powerhouses.
For Chelsea, the timing is frustrating. The club had made early contact and were hopeful of reaching an agreement quickly. Now, they may need to act fast — or risk missing out on a player who could be pivotal to their attacking plans in the 2025/26 campaign.
As the saga unfolds, all eyes will be on Simons — and which shade of blue or red he’ll be wearing next season.
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