transfer speculations - Report: Simon does not join FC Bayern
The bosses of RB Leipzig cannot publicly guarantee the presence of Xavi Simons for another season of the 21-year-old Dutchman at the Saxon football Bundesligist. "I cannot, as of today, promise that Xavi will return to training in Leipzig after the US tour," RB business manager Johann Plenge told "Kicker" in an interview.
The 39-year-old added: "But I can promise that we will do everything we can to make sure he stays in Leipzig. We have very good arguments for Xavi and against Paris St. Germain. These arguments count – and not, as is often and loudly announced publicly."
Simons is reportedly interested in Bayern
According to media reports, FC Bayern also have an interest in Simons. However, the Dutchman reportedly rejected an interview with the pay-TV broadcaster Sky. Leipzig and Paris are said to be finalizing a new loan deal. The source named by the broadcaster was not mentioned. Simons was on loan from PSG to Leipzig in the previous season.
There is also still some uncertainty about Dani Olmo. Olmo is missing on the US tour of the Saxons, Olmo is still recovering from the EM and the celebrations.
"Dani enjoys high regard and is our player – and that's still the case even if we start training again in the US and nothing has happened by then. He played a very strong EM, so it was clear that other top clubs were knocking," Plenge said. "Transfers belong to business and are a revenue source. But they are just one of many. We will not sell any player below value."
The deadline for an exit clause allegedly worth 60 million Euro has expired. Barcelona and Manchester City are reportedly interested in Olmo. He joined Leipzig from Zagreb in January 2020, his contract with RB is still valid until the end of June 2027.
- Despite the interest from FC Bayern in Xavi Simons, the leaders of RB Leipzig are working diligently to keep the Dutchman in Leipzig for another season, given their compelling arguments against Paris St. Germain.
- The sky above Leipzig may see less of Dani Olmo for this season due to his recovery from the EM and celebrations, but his high regard within the club remains unchanged, and he remains a valued player.
- Xavi Simons, currently on loan from PSG to Leipzig, reportedly turned down an interview opportunity with Sky, fueling speculation about his future in the Bundesliga.
- Leipzig and Paris are reportedly finalizing a new loan deal for Simons, but his potential move to Bayern could complicate matters, given the 39-year-old's assertion that they will not sell any player below value.
- Dani Olmo is still missing on Leipzig's US tour due to his recovery from the EM and celebrations, and there's uncertainty surrounding his future at the club, with Manchester City and Barcelona reportedly expressing interest in the talented Spaniard.
- The Summer transfer window has passed, and the deadline for an exit clause allegedly worth 60 million Euro attached to Dani Olmo's contract with Leipzig has expired, adding to speculation about his future in the sport and in Saxony.
