Overview

• FC Bayern München and FC Barcelona have both intensified efforts to acquire RB Leipzig winger Xavi Simons, setting up a high-profile transfer contest.
• Bayern has formally inquired with RB Leipzig about Simons’s availability, targeting a starting valuation of around €70 million for the 22-year-old.
• Spanish outlet fichajes reports that Barcelona has revived its pursuit of Simons, seeking versatile attacking reinforcements after a mixed summer window.
• Simons, under contract at Leipzig through 2027 following his January permanent move, has registered 44 goal contributions in 76 Bundesliga appearances.
• Jamal Musiala’s multi-month injury and departures of key forwards have left Bayern’s offensive depth significantly reduced and driven urgency for a new winger.