Chelsea are pushing ahead in their pursuit of Xavi Simons, with talks over personal terms now progressing well. The Dutch international is said to be keen on the move and open to joining the Blues, as direct negotiations continue over contract details and conditions.
While no agreement has been reached between Chelsea and RB Leipzig yet, the club are hoping to finalise terms with Simons quickly in order to stay ahead of potential competition before entering club-to-club negotiations.
🚨🔵 Understand Chelsea are advancing in talks with Xavi Simons on personal terms!
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 23, 2025
Xavi, keen on the move and open to joining Chelsea… direct talks in progress to agree contract details and terms.
Chelsea want to be fast ahead of club to club talks with Leipzig. pic.twitter.com/4XhH6gzeOL
Outgoings Required Before Final Push
Despite the growing optimism around Simons, Chelsea are still mindful of their squad size and financial balance. Sources suggest the Blues want to offload a number of players before pushing ahead with the signing.
After already selling Noni Madueke and Djordje Petrovic for a combined £77 million, the club are actively looking to raise further funds — and reduce squad congestion.
🚨⚠️ Christopher Nkunku’s exit from Chelsea this summer remains almost guaranteed.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 23, 2025
Nkunku wants to play more with several top clubs keen in the background; Chelsea are open to selling him since January.
More contacts will follow soon. 👀 pic.twitter.com/FEB3aYyNKb
Nkunku Wants Out
One of the more surprising developments this window is Christopher Nkunku’s desire to leave. Reports suggest that the Frenchman has told the club he wants to depart this summer after two mixed seasons in West London.
Nkunku, now 27, has admirers both in the Premier League and across Europe, and Chelsea are open to offers for the versatile forward.
Joao Felix is the subject of talks from one large club in Portugal and a few others from the Saudi Pro League. The Club World Cup winners are looking to sell the attacker for €50m, including add-ons. pic.twitter.com/2amKN2laSE
— Frank Khalid OBE (@FrankKhalidUK) July 23, 2025
Felix & Saudi Interest
Similarly, João Félix could be on his way out — again. The Portuguese international re-signed with Chelsea last summer from Atletico Madrid but was loaned out to AC Milan in January after falling out of favour under Enzo Maresca.
Now, there’s interest from the Saudi Pro League, along with talk of a possible return to Benfica. The 25-year-old’s future will likely be resolved in the coming weeks, with Chelsea also willing to sell.
What’s Next for Simons?
Chelsea are optimistic about landing Simons, who they’ve tracked for over a year. He fits the Enzo Maresca profile perfectly — creative, technically sharp, and versatile across the front line.
But with multiple moving parts still in play — especially on the outgoings side — the deal isn’t done just yet.
Still, if Chelsea can move quickly and clear space in the squad, this could be one of the most exciting additions of the window.
