Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are interested in signing Dutch international attacker Xavi Simons.
Xavi Simons had an impressive 2023/24 campaign with RB Leipzig, and he has attracted the attention of European heavyweights. A report from L’Equipe has claimed that Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United have expressed interest in signing the 21-year-old playmaker.
Meanwhile, a report from Mundo Deportivo has added that Barcelona are keen on the Dutchman as well. It will be interesting to see where Simons ends up this summer. The youngster scored 10 goals and picked up 15 assists in all competitions last term, and he was a key player for RB Leipzig. There is no doubt that he has the quality to improve all four clubs in the attack.
Simons would be a quality addition
Arsenal need to sign a quality forward who can operate in the wide areas as well as centrally. They have not been able to rotate key players due to a lack of depth in the squad. The arrival of the 21-year-old could prove to be a major boost for them. The opportunity to play for Arsenal could be an attractive one for the player as well.
Meanwhile, Manchester City are looking to add more depth to their attack as well. Jack Grealish has been quite underwhelming, and Bernardo Silva has been linked with an exit. Pep Guardiola needs more quality in his attack, and the versatile Dutch international would be the ideal acquisition.
Manchester City have a proven track record of winning major trophies, and they will be an attractive destination for the player. As far as Manchester United are concerned, the Red Devils will have to bring in upgrades on players like Antony and Jadon Sancho this summer.
The 21-year-old attacker could prove to be the ideal option for them. It remains to be seen whether his parent club Paris Saint-Germain are willing to sell him. They might look to keep hold of him especially after the departure of Kylian Mbappe.
Finally, Barcelona are looking to add more quality to their attacking unit as well, and the 21-year-old, who wants the move, certainly fits the profile. It will be interesting to see if Barcelona can compete with the Premier League clubs financially and sign the Dutch international this summer.
