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Paris Saint-Germain initially opted for a short-term solution by loaning Xavi Simons to RB Leipzig for another season. However, his future is now settled, as the German club has secured him on a permanent transfer.

Last September, Christian Falk reported that Manchester City and Liverpool were keeping a close watch on Simons’ situation. Earlier in the summer, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Manchester United had also shown interest, highlighting the Dutch midfielder’s rising status among Europe’s elite clubs.

More recently, CaughtOffside suggested that Manchester United could have the upper hand over Manchester City in the race to sign Simons next summer.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Simons has officially joined RB Leipzig on a permanent deal from PSG. The transfer is valued at €80 million, including add-ons, with an initial fee of €55 million and a sell-on clause.

Romano also noted that Simons’ contract runs until June 2027, though he could be on the move again as early as this summer, with multiple clubs already monitoring him.

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Falk now reports that the 21-year-old attacking midfielder is increasingly likely to leave the Bundesliga this summer. Leipzig, however, is still expected to make a significant profit on their recent investment.

“It’s looking likely that Leipzig will sell Xavi Simons in the summer transfer window,” the head of football at the BILD Group informed CaughtOffside in his Fact Files column.

“It was a little bit surprising that Leipzig committed to a permanent deal with Simons. At the beginning, they didn’t think they’d get this chance, but they did it for €50m, which isn’t a lot for this kind of player. His contract, of course, isn’t that long, running just until 2027.

“So, you see, his stock is rising! Leipzig are thinking they have signed a player for €50m who has the potential to be an €80m player, so they could earn a lot of money on a potential sale. I’m sure there’s a gentleman’s agreement or a release clause, which would see Simons sold in the summer.

“Liverpool are interested, as are Manchester City and Manchester United. Xavi Simons won’t stay at Leipzig for his whole career – but everyone already knows that! Leipzig had the chance because PSG were happy to sell as they can’t loan so many players in Europe (they’re only allowed six).

“It’s great news for Leipzig, as they’ve brought in another high-quality player, and if he has to leave, they can now earn a lot of money. Good deal!”

The former PSG player has been in outstanding form this season, tallying five goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions.