Tottenham Hotspur have a genuine interest in signing RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, but they are yet to enter talks, journalist Ben Jacobs has confirmed.
Spurs are set to enter a new era after Thomas Frank was confirmed as their new manager, replacing Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked despite Tottenham winning the Europa League. Tottenham supporters will now be hoping that Daniel Levy decides to back Frank in the transfer market after such a disappointing season domestically.
Although the north London outfit lifted the Europa League trophy, Spurs struggled in the Premier League, losing a monumental 22 games in England’s top flight. Reinforcements will be necessary if they want to head back in the right direction, and Champions League football could help them secure new additions.
Tottenham Have Genuine Interest in Xavi Simons
Yet to enter talks
Speaking on Last Word on Spurs, Jacobs has confirmed that Tottenham do have a genuine interest in signing Simons this summer. The respected journalist adds that no talks have started between any of the parties, but a move to the Premier League could be ‘one to watch’…
“So Simons and Premier League clubs could genuinely be one to watch. And I can confirm that Spurs like the player, but they’ve not started talks. They’ve not decided they’re going to bid yet. And again, keep an eye on the price. We’re going to hear a lot of Xavi Simons stories.”
| Xavi Simons’ Bundesliga statistics – RB Leipzig squad ranking | ||
|---|---|---|
| Stats | Output | Squad rank |
| Appearances | 25 | 12th |
| Goals | 10 | 2nd |
| Key Passes Per Game | 2 | 2nd |
| Shots Per Game | 2 | 3rd |
| Dribbles Per Game | 1.3 | 2nd |
| Match rating | 7.32 | 1st |
The addition of Simons would be a statement signing from Levy and Tottenham, proving they are willing to provide new manager Frank with the tools he needs to do the job. Qualifying for the Champions League was imperative to being able to attract players such as Simons, but it remains to be seen whether he would be keen on a move to north London during the summer transfer window.
