Sky Germany can report that Chelsea are still working on a deal for Xavi Simons and a verbal agreement is almost complete.There’s remains a strong feeling at both RB Leipzig and the London club

As Arsenal and Chelsea jostle to sign Xavi Simons this summer, the Telegraph have now revealed which Premier League outfit the 22-year-old is leaning towards. Matt Law now claims that the RB Leipzig No.10 – who is valued around £60m – views a move to Stamford Bridge as his most attractive option, as things stand.

RB Leipzig’s failure to qualify for the Champions League next season has left several of their top talents, including Xavi Simons, keen on a move elsewhere.

Arsenal and Chelsea will be able to sign Xavi Simons for a discounted price if they formalise their interest in the wantaway RB Leipzig star. The Netherlands international has made clear his desire to leave the Bundesliga club this summer. RB’s position has been rendered weak following their failure to qualify for European football next season.

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Hato, meanwhile, has attracted interest from Arsenal, while the Ajax defender was spotted during a game at Anfield in January, sparking speculation over a possible move to Liverpool. However, Fabrizio Romano now reports that Chelsea are in the driving seat to sign both Simons and Hato this summer.

Simons may not be the only high-profile departure from RB Leipzig this summer. Benjamin Sesko is also attracting significant Premier League interest, with both Man United and Newcastle linked to the striker.