RB Leipzig is on the verge of securing the permanent signing of Dutch sensation Xavi Simons from Paris Saint-Germain in what would become a club-record transfer deal. The German club is set to exercise their pre-agreed option to acquire the 21-year-old talent for an initial fee of €50 million, with potential add-ons that could elevate the total package to €81 million.
Simons, currently in his second season on loan at the Red Bull Arena, has made a significant impact in German football. His performances have not gone unnoticed, earning him multiple accolades including two Bundesliga Rookie of the Month awards and a place in the Bundesliga's Team of the Season for 2023-24. The Netherlands international also played a crucial role in Leipzig's Super Cup triumph in 2023.
The proposed deal would eclipse Leipzig's previous transfer record of €43 million plus €6 million in add-ons, which they paid for striker Lois Openda from Lens in the summer of 2023. The young attacking midfielder is expected to commit his future to Leipzig until 2027 with a two-and-a-half-year contract.
Despite facing a challenging period this season, missing 13 games due to an ankle injury sustained in October, Simons has maintained impressive statistics. Operating either as an attacking midfielder or on the left wing, he has contributed five goals and provided four assists in 17 appearances, demonstrating his versatility and impact in the final third.
The deal structure includes a strategic element for PSG, who have inserted a sell-on clause that will ensure they benefit from any future transfer involving Simons. This provision reflects the French club's recognition of the player's potential for further development and value appreciation.
Leipzig's move to secure Simons permanently highlights their commitment to building a competitive squad, following their fourth-place finish in the Bundesliga last season which secured Champions League qualification. The substantial investment in one of Europe's most promising attacking talents signals the club's ambition to establish themselves among the continent's elite.
