Liverpool were made aware of the price tag on Xavi Simons, with the Dutchman likely to cost between €80-90 million in the summer.
According to Fichajes, Xavi Simons is emerging as a big target for Liverpool as they could potentially view the Dutchman as a viable replacement for Mohamed Salah. The RB Leipzig star is on a short contract at the German club, which has prompted speculation about his immediate sale in the summer, with Arne Slot’s side looking for an upper hand in the race.
Liverpool have some serious decision-making on their hands ahead of the summer, as the future of three key stars remains up in the air. Influential defender Virgil van Dijk, star right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold and talisman Mohamed Salah are all out of contract, as the club has yet to decide on their future.
Salah scored his 25th goal and provided a 16th assist of the season in Liverpool’s stellar win away at Manchester City on Sunday. He further made his importance clear to those in charge of the club, although there are reports that Liverpool are ready to intensify talks over his future.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are also on the lookout for a replacement option in the market, as they could instead invest the Salah money on a long-term idea. The Egyptian is anticipating big offers to come on the table, with the Saudi Pro League ready to make a big contract proposal in the coming period, which could blow Liverpool out of the water with the wages on offer.
Liverpool are now considering a move for Xavi Simons, who may not necessarily be a right-winger but remains equally capable of playing there. The Dutchman has had prolific numbers over the past few seasons, and now he has a host of clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City chasing his signature.
RB Leipzig name Xavi Simons price
RB Leipzig were in an opportunistic position in January to make Simons’ loan into a permanent transfer. They have paid a hefty price for the Dutchman, and given the player only signed on until 2027, thse are big indications the Bundesliga giants are ready to sell him in the summer, as they are demanding at least €80-90 million for the attacker.
Liverpool are reportedly not bothered by the price tag, as the club feel they may have to invest heavily to find a Salah replacement. Should the Merseysiders sign Simons, there will be various questions about the player’s ability to replace Salah in terms of both quality and numbers.
