Hansi Flick, who was obsessed until a few weeks ago with signing a game-changing winger, has reworked his idea after analyzing the performance of several players. Ferran Torres has surprised everyone, and now the coach is asking for something else: versatility, youth, and culé roots.
For months, names like Marcus Rashford, Luis Díaz, or even Nico Williams were considered. All of them were liked for their physical power and ability to break through defenses, but the financial conditions made a deal of this magnitude increasingly difficult. In this scenario, Flick has preferred to bet on an old acquaintance from the club.
The new chosen one to strengthen the attack is the jewel of La Masia, who is only 16 years old (16 years old). Now, after breaking out, he finds himself with the opportunity to return home. The German coach, who knows him perfectly, has given his final approval for his signing.

The ideal signing for a Barça in reconstruction
Flick believes Simons fits his team concept perfectly. He can play as a winger, attacking midfielder, or central midfielder, and he has also shown more than enough personality to take on responsibility. In Leipzig, he has been an undisputed starter, adding goals, assists, and leadership on the biggest European stages.
The sporting management also sees his return as a strategic move. Bringing back a top-level academy graduate always generates consensus and rekindles excitement among the fans. In addition, his play style, vertical and associative, connects directly with the Barça DNA Flick wants to recover this season.
The player, meanwhile, would be delighted to return. He still has friends in the squad and has never hidden his desire to come back someday. The club has already held talks with his camp and with Leipzig, which has set a price: no less than €70 million for his departure.

A return that will depend on a major sale
The deal is feasible, but only if Barça manages to complete a major sale in the coming days. With the wage bill at its limit and the need to adjust the finances, there won't be signings of this magnitude without prior income. In this regard, there is one name that sets the pace for all planning.
Ronald Araújo is the main candidate to leave if his clause is activated before July 15. His departure would leave about €60 million in the coffers and open the door to strengthening other key positions. If the Uruguayan center-back ends up leaving, Simons could arrive in Barcelona immediately.
Joan Laporta and Deco already have the contract structure ready, although everything depends on financial balance. The desire is clear, the priority is real, and the coach's approval has accelerated all contacts. Now, only the financial conditions need to align.

The fans, excited about the return of the prodigal son
The possible return of Xavi Simons has caused immediate excitement among the culé community. The young attacking midfielder left an indelible mark during his formative years, and many regretted his early departure to PSG. Returning now, more mature and established, would be an emotional and sporting game-changer.
Flick especially values his training at La Masia, his connection with possession-based play, and his tactical intelligence. He also believes his presence would allow Lamine Yamal and Raphinha to be rotated without losing quality on the wings. A versatile profile that raises internal competition and enriches the attack.

If everything goes as desired, Xavi Simons won't be the only former blaugrana to return this summer. Barça are also considering bringing back another highly sought-after academy graduate: Dani Olmo, although for now the focus is on first securing the prodigal son. If there is a sale soon, Flick's new Barça will have a reinforcement with a homegrown accent.