The future of one of Europe's most promising footballers seems to be moving definitively away from FC Barcelona. Xavi Simons, currently playing for RB Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, has been one of the big names in the transfer market. However, his return to Camp Nou appears to have completely cooled off.
The German club has valued the Dutch footballer at €70 million. This is an unaffordable figure for Barça, which remains limited by Financial Fair Play restrictions. Although Deco once considered bringing in the young talent, the blaugrana sporting director has already ruled out signing him.
The club's own inner circle acknowledges that there is no financial margin to compete with offers coming from the Premier League. Teams like Arsenal, Manchester United, or Manchester City have shown interest in Xavi Simons. All of them have the financial muscle to take on both his transfer and his salary.
Simons's complete season
Xavi Simons has completed a very solid season in the Bundesliga. He has added goals, assists, and has established himself as one of the top playmakers in the German championship. His performance has convinced PSG to sell him to the highest bidder, knowing that he is not part of Luis Enrique's plans for next season.
The 21-year-old footballer is now focused on making a key decision for his career. He knows he needs continuity, but also sporting ambition. For this reason, the Premier League stands out as the ideal destination. Leipzig can't keep him, but it does want to get a good return from his sale.
Deco and Laporta get tired
In this scenario, Barcelona has no chance. Deco and Joan Laporta are prioritizing other moves, such as signing a defensive midfielder or bringing in a full-back. Signing Xavi Simons has become an unaffordable luxury. Even a loan would again depend on multiple contractual variables with Leipzig.
From England, reports already indicate that Chelsea has the advantage. Enzo Maresca is looking for young talent and sees the former PSV player as an ideal profile to strengthen its attacking line. Meanwhile, Manchester United is keeping an eye on negotiations and could make a significant offer in the coming weeks. Xavi Simons, trained at La Masia and with a blaugrana past, has always kept the door open to a possible return.
But the reality of the market and Barça's financial situation force him to look elsewhere. RB Leipzig is rubbing its hands, with several Premier League giants ready to bid strongly, and everything points to a record sale. Barring an unexpected turn, Xavi Simons's future is in England, specifically at Chelsea, where he will play under Enzo Maresca, with the World Champion team.