Fabrizio Romano Says No Offer Yet for Manchester City, Manchester United Target With PSG Clause | OneFootball

PSG let go of Xavi Simons in 2023, sending the Dutch midfielder, now linked to Manchester City and Manchester United, on loan to RB Leipzig, where he quickly drew plenty of interest.

They included a sell-on clause in the deal with Leipzig, allowing them to earn additional revenue if Simons is sold again.

Simons eventually made a permanent move to Leipzig, but top clubs are still keeping a close eye on him. According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United may currently have the edge over Manchester City in the race to sign him next summer.

Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the deal is done, with Leipzig paying €80 million in total, including €55 million up front. Simons is under contract until June 2027, though there’s no guarantee he’ll stay in Germany that long.

No offer from Manchester City, Manchester United for former PSG ace

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On Friday, Fabrizio Romano provided the latest on Simons in his newsletter for GIVE MET SPORT.

“He is on the list for several clubs,” Romano said. “Nothing is advanced at the moment, so it’s too early to mention single clubs.”

Empire of the Kop recently reported that Liverpool are preparing an opening bid of around €60 million ($67.8 million) for the Netherlands international playmaker, as Arne Slot aims to boost his attack for next season.

However, despite Slot’s desire to make this player his first summer signing, the offer will likely fall short. RB Leipzig are reportedly holding out for closer to €80 million ($90.4 million).