Sunday, June 29, 2025 – 10:00 I by Redactie
Xavi Simons is only 22, but his name is increasingly heavier on the transfer market. The Dutch midfielder has again played in the spotlight with his flair, return and versatility. And while RB Leipzig is braced, the top clubs watch. One name now stands out: Newcastle United.
Simons seems to have to outgrow from the Bundesliga. Despite his strong figures – 21 goals and 23 assists in 76 games – the sporting horizon at Leipzig is limited, especially now that they did not qualify for the Champions League. And let that be the tournament where Simons wants to show himself.
According to Bild and other international media, Newcastle United has serious interest. The English club, which recently combined sporting ambitions with financial strength, would have no less than 70 million euros auction for the Oranje-International. An amount with which they not only honor his statistics, but also his potential.
PSG or Leipzig? Or England?
Yet the situation is complex. Simons was rented from PSG last season, but that club has a return clause. RB Leipzig previously put 50 million euros on the table and will therefore want to cash firmly. Whether Newcastle will be able to meet those expectations will be waiting. But their Champions League ticket and the prospect to get into a dynamic project could convince Simons.
His statistics at PSV – 22 goals and 11 assists in 48 matches – proven that he could also dominate in the Netherlands. At Leipzig he continued that line. Only with Orange it all has to really click. Perhaps a step towards the Premier League De Vonk that makes his international career ignite.
