RB Leipzig player Xavi Simons is reportedly the target of a huge €110 million offer from Manchester City this summer. Following a dismal 2024–25 season, Manchester City will try to bolster their roster in preparation for the upcoming campaign. It appears that Pep Guardiola has found the perfect long-term alternative for Kevin De Bruyne in his quest to improve the caliber of his midfield.
Fichajes reports that City is interested in signing Xavi Simons, who has been excelling in the Bundesliga. To get the Dutch international, the Premier League’s biggest clubs are willing to shell out €110 million.
Simons has only gotten better since he joined Leipzig in the summer of 2023. The German team made the move permanent during the most recent winter transfer window, even though it was initially a loan agreement.
Despite struggling with an ankle injury during the current season, the 21-year-old has contributed 13 goals in his 25 appearances. Several of the biggest teams are interested in luring him away from Leipzig because of his steady performances and enormous potential.
Man City reportedly make £90m+ bid for Simons
Although De Bruyne’s future is still up in the air, it seems like City is already getting ready for the season without their lucky midfield player.
As per a recent Spanish rumor, Manchester City has already paid RB Leipzig an enormous €110 million (£92.5 million) to acquire midfielder Xavi Simons, whom they believe may be De Bruyne’s replacement.
According to the Spanish tabloid, City manager Pep Guardiola is desperately trying to sign Simons and expects the young Dutchman will play a significant role in his future plans. In response to the offer, Leipzig has not yet replied.
According to Christoph Freund, the sporting director of Bayern Munich, who praised the 21-year-old last year, the team is also reportedly interested in Simons.
“I think he’s going to have a really good career at the highest level. He has everything—mentality and character—and he’s just an exceptional player,” Freund remarked, describing his good development.
