Arsenal hoping to sign Xavi Simons

Arsenal hope Xavi Simons’s decision to change representation may allow them an advantage in the chase ahead of the summer.

According to Fichajes, Arsenal hopes to get ahead of the queue to sign Xavi Simons in the summer. The 19-goal Dutch international has a tremendous following from Premier League sides, which could lead to a transfer. Moreover, the attacking midfielder has already changed representation, thus fueling rumours of an exit.

PSV Eindhoven got a solid deal last summer when they convinced Xavi Simons to join them. The 19-goal Dutch international arrived on a free transfer to the Eredivisie side despite some of the biggest clubs showing an interest. He made the best decision in hindsight, as he flourished under Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Simons has 16 goals and nine assists in the Eredivisie, which has piqued the attention of his old suitors. Much of them come from the Premier League and former side PSG. The French giants can reportedly re-sign Simons for €10 million. But the 19-goal Dutch international seems uninterested in returning to Paris.

Those in England are crazy about signing Simons in the summer. The 19-goal Dutch international has already changed representation and joined Doubled, run by Darren Bent. The report suggests Arsenal are now hopeful about a transfer, with Mikel Arteta keen on the attacking midfielder.

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The Gunners are interested in Simons and could look to bring another attacking midfielder in the next window. Arteta already boasts massive talents in his squad with Fabio Vieira, Emile Smith Rowe and Martin Odegaard.

The possible arrival of the 19-goal Dutch international could hint toward one of those leaving, with Smith-Rowe the most likely to depart at this stage. However, Simons will be seen as a massive talent that can improve the current group, with Arsenal hopeful about signing the PSV star.

Much will depend on the fee PSV might end up demanding. The Eredivisie side are also keen to extend the player’s contract. But if massive offers arrive, Simons will not sign a new deal. As for the Gunners, they will keep their eyes open and keep tabs on the player before deciding on an official approach in the summer.