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Manchester City Joins Chelsea's Race for Xavi Simons

8/13/2025

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Manchester City is making a bold move for RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons, going head-to-head with Chelsea, who recently saw a €40m bid, including Christopher Nkunku, turned down. Despite Simons leaning towards Chelsea after agreeing on personal terms, Leipzig holds firm on a €70m price tag. Time is ticking as Chelsea hopes to secure the deal before their clash with Crystal Palace.

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Manchester City is making a bold move for RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons, going head-to-head with Chelsea, who recently saw a €40m bid, including Christopher Nkunku, turned down. Despite Simons leaning towards Chelsea after agreeing on personal terms, Leipzig holds firm on a €70m price tag. Time is ticking as Chelsea hopes to secure the deal before their clash with Crystal Palace.