Report: Chelsea set to make first offer on RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons as Bayern Munich, Arsenal watch from afar
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Chelsea FC is nearing its first offer to RB Leipzig for Xavi Simons. Personal terms with Simons are largely settled. The focus is now on the clubs agreeing on a transfer fee. Bayern Munich and Arsenal are watching the situation but have not yet made bids. Negotiations between Chelsea and RB Leipzig are progressing positively, with Simons reportedly keen on joining Chelsea. There remain some details to finalize before the formal proposal is made.
Personal terms between Xavi Simons and Chelsea are now 'broadly' in place. Chelsea are expected to place a first formal offer soon. Bayern and Arsenal are monitoring the situation but have yet to place bids.
Understand Chelsea and RB Leipzig are now in advanced talks for Xavi Simons. Negotiations club to club progressing well, still work to do but heading positive direction.
Simons might have been the best overall fit for Bayern Munich's needs this summer, but he has been rumored to be focused on a move to England.
Xavi, keen on Chelsea project with personal terms talks also advanced.
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