- Man City join تشيلسي in race for Simons
- Citizens view Dutch star as potential سافينيو replacement
- Chelsea talks continue despite competition
According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri City have re-established contact with super-agent Ali Barat to discuss a potential deal for Simons. Chelsea have been negotiating with Leipzig for weeks, with the 22-year-old already approving a transfer to west London. However, the Citizens’ interest introduces fresh uncertainty.
The Manchester club view Simons as a potential replacement for Savinho, who is attracting strong interest from توتنهام Hotspur. Spurs have lodged a £43m ($58m) offer for the Brazilian, who is open to the move. Simons, meanwhile, is keen to leave Leipzig after the club failed to qualify for European competition.
Simons enjoyed an impressive الدوري الألماني campaign last season, scoring 10 goals and adding seven assists in 25 appearances. مانشستر سيتي‘s non-homegrown quota could impact their ability to strike a deal. Guardiola is already looking to trim his squad, with Stefan Ortega, Jack Grealish, and James McAtee among those who could depart.
Chelsea are expected to continue pushing for an agreement with Leipzig despite City’s intervention. Much will depend on whether the Citizens can clear squad space and present an attractive package to Simons. With both clubs eager to strengthen before the new season, the transfer race could move quickly in the coming days.
