Chelsea have been handed a big boost in their push for Xavi Simons, MySportDab reports.
The Blues have been on the trail of the RB Leipzig sensation as they look to bolster their attacking ranks this summer for the next campaign.
It is understood Xavi Simons is open to RB Leipzig exit as he wants a new challenge with focus on Europe’s elite clubs.
After initial talks with the player’s camp, Chelsea are now close to securing the services of the Dutch midfield sensation.
From latest reports, the Blues have been handed a big boost in their push for the player after talks with his camp as he has given a nod to joining the Premier League outfit.
The report adds that Chelsea have now proceeded on club-to-club talks with RB Leipzig for the 22-year-old.
MySportDab understands RB Leipzig are open to letting Simons leave this summer on a permanent transfer exit, but on their price terms.
The Bundesliga outfit reported wants at least €70m for the playmaker with PSG entitled to sell-ons should they complete a deal.
Simons could be Chelsea’s sixth addition this summer after the Blues’ recent transfer raid.
Meanwhile, the FIFA Club World Cup champions could be locked in a seething transfer battle with domestic and city rivals Arsenal in the race for Simons.
According to Ben Jacobs, Arsenal are also interested in the player and are monitoring the ongoing transfer proceedings.
However, Chelsea are leading the race for now as they are the first to set out for club-to-club talks with RB Leipzig for the player.
Xavi Simons is regarded as one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe. He scored 10 league goals plus seven assists in 25 Bundesliga appearances for Leipzig last season and could be a huge addition to the Blues midfield ranks.
