Arsenal’s Sensational Summer Transfer Chase: Xavi Simons Emerges as Surprise Contender
Arsenal are reportedly intensifying efforts to secure RB Leipzig’s dynamic attacker, Xavi Simons, who is currently on loan from PSG. The twist? Simons has become a backup option to Wolves‘ star Pedro Neto, and the Gunners are gearing up for an ambitious summer bid.
Arsenal now keen on Signing Xavi Simons
The pursuit of Neto has been a long-standing saga for Arsenal, with the 23-year-old catching the club’s eye before a severe knee injury sidelined him at the end of the 2020/21 season. Now, with Neto back in top form, Mikel Arteta is ready to make a splash in the transfer market.
Neto’s impressive stats this season – eight assists and one goal in 12 Premier League matches – coupled with his versatility on the field, make him a prime target. However, the road to securing Neto won’t be smooth, as Manchester City are reportedly hot on the Portuguese international’s trail.
Pep Guardiola, the master tactician, has even enlisted Neto’s international teammates to persuade him to make a move to the Etihad. The promise of regular first-team football is being dangled as bait, a crucial factor in Neto’s decision-making process.
But wait, there’s a surprising twist! Xavi Simons, the 20-year-old Dutch sensation, stole the spotlight by scoring for Leipzig in a recent 3-2 defeat. Arsenal, known to be long-term admirers of Simons, are now considering him as a potential game-changer.
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Other Clubs in Race
Simons, currently under contract with PSG, has shown glimpses of brilliance during his loan spell at Leipzig. With Liverpool, Manchester City, and Manchester United also keeping a close eye on him, the race for Simons is heating up.
What sets Simons apart is his ability to operate on either wing, resembling Neto’s playing style. Unlike Neto, Simons has been spared from injury woes, making him an attractive prospect for Arteta’s Arsenal.
The plot thickens as Simons hints at being open to leaving PSG, where he returned last summer after a brief stint with PSV. With an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €36m, Arsenal might need to dig deep into their pockets to secure the services of this rising star.
As the transfer saga unfolds, Arsenal’s pursuit of both Neto and Simons promises to keep fans on the edge of their seats in what could be a sensational summer window!