Manchester United have a secret weapon in their bid to sign Xavi Simons! The Red Devils are pulling out all the stops to secure the Dutch sensation, known for his electrifying skills and playmaking prowess. With insiders hinting at a game-changing strategy, United fans are buzzing with excitement. Could Simons be the key to their midfield magic? Stay tuned as this transfer saga unfolds! 🔴⚽
Manchester United are keen on acquiring Paris Saint-Germain attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, amid competition from Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, as reported by L’Équipe.
Last season, Simons had a successful loan spell at Leipzig, netting eight goals and providing 11 assists across all competitions, helping the team secure a Champions League spot. His stellar performance extended to Euro 2024, where he played a significant role for the Netherlands, attracting attention from several top European clubs.
PSG appears open to transferring Simons if the right offer comes along. L’Équipe reports that United have been negotiating for the 21-year-old for over a year, but face significant competition from Bayern and Leipzig.
United, who have already signed Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro this summer, are now targeting PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte as their third acquisition, with Ugarte reportedly agreeing to the move.
Simons, who can also play on the wings, has had a notable journey through La Masia and PSG’s youth ranks. He made a significant impact at PSV during the 2022/23 season, scoring 22 goals in 48 games under the guidance of Ruud van Nistelrooy. Van Nistelrooy, now Erik ten Hag’s assistant at Old Trafford, could play a crucial role in United’s efforts to sign Simons.
Following his impressive stint at PSV, PSG re-signed Simons for €6 million and loaned him to Leipzig, where he excelled, prompting the German club to seek a permanent deal. His performances even earned praise from Ian Wright, who described him as “unbelievable” on his podcast after a Champions League game.
Despite Leipzig’s interest, Bayern and United have emerged as strong contenders, complicating Leipzig’s efforts to secure his signature.
L’Équipe suggests PSG is more interested in initiating a bidding war rather than retaining Simons. Last year, PSG reportedly turned down a €50 million bid from an unnamed Premier League club, possibly United.
Recent reports indicate United have made a substantial offer for Simons, although the French outlet’s latest update suggests they are still preparing such a bid. United values Simons’ versatility, seeing him as a potential member of their front three or as a backup for Bruno Fernandes, who played 47 games last season.
However, to finance this potentially expensive deal, United might need to sell players first, as they reportedly need to offload assets before making additional moves in the transfer market.
