62 h. ago Bournemouth bring Tottenham back down to earth as Evanilson secures win

Evanilson’s early goal settled the game in north London, but Bournemouth should have won by a greater margin.

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3 d. ago Tottenham sign Netherlands international Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig

Chelsea had tracked Simons all summer, but Spurs this week swooped in to snap up the 22-year-old

Politics

3 d. ago Full details as Xavi Simons completes £52m Tottenham Hotspur transfer

For much of the summer the Netherlands international has been on Chelsea's radar, but now Xavi Simons has left RB Leipzig for their London rivals, Tottenham Hotspur

Economics

3 d. ago Xavi Simons completes £52m Tottenham Hotspur transfer: Squad number, contract and secret U

For much of the summer the Netherlands international has been on Chelsea's radar, but now Xavi Simons has left RB Leipzig for their London rivals, Tottenham Hotspur

Economics

3 d. ago Inside Tottenham's Xavi Simons transfer hijack and how secret swoop bamboozled Chelsea

Tottenham are set to complete the signing of RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons after the Dutchman underwent a medical with the club, beating Chelsea to his signature

Sport

3 d. ago Tottenham finalising Xavi Simons transfer as medical passed after secret blitz beats Chelsea

Tottenham are working to wrap up the arrival of RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons, who has been on Chelsea's attacking shortlist

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4 d. ago Tottenham target two transfers before deadline as Xavi Simons' Chelsea hijack stance emerges

RB Leipzig have given Xavi Simons permission to travel to London for transfer discussions with both Tottenham and Chelsea, who have long been leading the race for the Dutch attacker

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4 d. ago Huge Xavi Simons transfer update as RB Leipzig star in London for Tottenham and Chelsea talks

Huge Xavi Simons transfer update as RB Leipzig star in London for Tottenham and Chelsea talks  Football London

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4 d. ago Chelsea's £65m Xavi Simons transfer under threat from Spurs as target 'lands in London'

Xavi Simons has reportedly been given permission to miss RB Leipzig training as he arrives in London for talks over a move, with Chelsea and Tottenham both interested in the winger

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4 d. ago Hijack! Chelsea target Xavi Simons is IN LONDON as RB Leipzig confirm they have released £60m star to travel for talks...but NOT with the Blues!

Hijack! Chelsea target Xavi Simons is IN LONDON as RB Leipzig confirm they have released £60m star to travel for talks...but NOT with the Blues!  Daily Mail

Economics

5 d. ago Tottenham weigh up £60m move for RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons and plan Vuskovic loan

Spurs also looking to move Bissouma to GalatasarayChelsea also interested in Simons but need sales firstTottenham are weighing up a move for RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons, who is rated at £60m, as they push for the attacking midfielder they need in what could be a busy end to their transfer window.The club have made progress in talks over the loan of Luka Vuskovic to Hamburg, the expectation being that a season-long deal with no options will be finalised before Monday’s deadline. They are also looking to move Yves Bissouma to Galatasaray. The 28-year-old, who is out of contract next summer, has dropped to the bottom of the central midfield pecking order, having frustrated Thomas Frank with his timekeeping. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Chelsea hold firm over two transfers as Leipzig chief makes Xavi Simons statement

Chelsea need to offload Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku before adding new attackers to Enzo Maresca's squad

Sport

9 d. ago Chelsea: RB Leipzig confirm fresh transfer talks over Xavi Simons

The forward is keen to leave the club this summer and the Blues lead the charge

Sport

1 week ago RB Leipzig step up Nkunku interest to provide Chelsea boost for potential signings

Nkunku’s former club are looking into permanent dealLondon club unwilling to pay £50m for GarnachoRB Leipzig have stepped up attempts to sign Christopher Nkunku on a permanent deal, potentially paving the way for Chelsea to accelerate their search for attacking reinforcements.Chelsea need sales before pressing ahead with moves for Leipzig’s Xavi Simons and Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho but their hopes of shifting Nkunku appeared to have hit a dead end when Bayern Munich’s move for the forward stalled. Bayern had an offer of a loan with an option to buy for the Frenchman rejected over the weekend and have so far shown little inclination of wanting to pay enough to buy him. Chelsea’s preference is a permanent sale rather than a loan for Nkunku as he is not part of their long-term plans. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Chelsea set Nicolas Jackson price tag with multiple transfers still on the cards

Chelsea are ready to sell striker Nicolas Jackson for a fee of around £60million, with the Blues looking to finalise deals for RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons and Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho

Economics

1 week ago Nkunku’s Bayern transfer stalls delaying Simons and Garnacho moves to Chelsea

Chelsea holding out for permanent deal with BayernLondon club unwilling to pay £50m for GarnachoBayern Munich’s move for Christopher Nkunku has stalled, delaying Chelsea’s attempts to sign RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons and Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho.Chelsea hope to offload Nkunku, who is not in the club’s plans for the season, and want the forward to leave on a permanent basis. Bayern had a loan offer with an option to buy rejected at the weekend and it remains to be seen if they are prepared to pay enough to sign the Frenchman. Continue reading...

Sport

2 w. ago Chelsea sent Xavi Simons transfer warning as RB Leipzig stand ground despite agreement

Chelsea are still looking to add to their squad before the close of the transfer window and boss Enzo Maresca wants more attacking players, with RB Leipzig's Netherland international Xavi Simons prime on their shortlist

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2 w. ago Xavi Simons makes transfer preference clear as Man City eye Chelsea hijack

Chelsea have been linked with a move for RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons all summer long but saw a switch called into question with fresh interest from one of their Premier League rivals

Sport

3 w. ago Chelsea face double Xavi Simons blow as RB Leipzig unconvinced by swap deal proposal

A Premier League rival has also entered the race for the forward’s signature

Economics

3 w. ago Chelsea target Xavi Simons in possible Christopher Nkunku swap deal with RB Leipzig

Nkunku is for sale and could return to Bundesliga clubBlues remain in Garnacho talks and look to sell JacksonChelsea are in talks with RB Leipzig over a potential swap deal for Xavi Simons that could lead to Christopher Nkunku returning to the German club.It is understood Leipzig would like to re-sign the France striker, who moved to Stamford Bridge on a six-year deal in 2023 for £52m but has failed to settle in west London, as a replacement for Benjamin Sesko after his £73.7m move to Manchester United. Chelsea have been in negotiations with the Bundesliga club over a fee for Xavi Simons, with the Netherlands forward having already agreed personal terms despite interest from Bayern Munich. Continue reading...

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