Overview

• Chelsea and RB Leipzig remain apart on valuation, with Leipzig seeking around £60m and Chelsea targeting a figure below £52m.
• Leipzig have no interest in swap arrangements despite talks that included a potential Christopher Nkunku return as part of a package.
• Schafer stated that if nothing changes in the offer, Xavi Simons will remain an RB Leipzig player.
• Reports say Manchester City and Bayern Munich are monitoring developments as negotiations with Chelsea stall.
• Leipzig are not under pressure to sell after a £74m Benjamin Sesko departure strengthened their position, according to Mirror reporting.