Man City’s Key Reason for Challenging Liverpool, Man Utd for Coveted PSG Loanee | OneFootball

Xavi Simons’ future will probably be settled in 2025, with a permanent transfer likely on the horizon for the Paris Saint-Germain loanee. Nonetheless, several clubs are keen on the player, and if he continues to impress, it will take a major offer to land him.

Last month, journalist Christian Falk revealed that Manchester City and Liverpool closely monitor Simons’ situation.

Moreover, in his column, he noted that the Dutch managers at Liverpool and Manchester United could play a key role in winning these sweepstakes, potentially giving their clubs an edge in the battle for Simons.

“Xavi Simons also has the same clubs interested in him,” Falk informed CaughtOffside’s The Daily Briefing. “Liverpool have a coach who can speak the same language. There’s a Dutch coach also present at Manchester United. So, these offer huge chances for either club.

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“United and Liverpool were interested in the player historically, but also Manchester City are in the race and he would be a perfect fit for Pep Guardiola’s system.

“He’s more likely to go to the Premier League than [Florian] Wirtz. Along with [Jamal] Musiala, there could very well be three transfer jewels on the market next year.”

Nonetheless, Manchester City will present a challenge in the Simons sweepstakes. Fichajes reports that manager Pep Guardiola has set his sights on Simons, whose versatility and creative ability make him a desirable option for the English team.

Last season, while on loan at RB Leipzig, Simons impressed by playing in 43 matches across all competitions, racking up 10 goals and 15 assists.