RB Leipzig's sporting director has hinted that Xavi Simons wants to join Chelsea but insists there is "no agreement" yet.
Harry Kane's goal-scoring exploits for Bayern Munich eclipse Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah since he joined the Bavarians from Tottenham. The England captain delivered a stunning 13-minute second-half hat-trick as the Bundesliga champions humiliated RB Leipzig 6-0 on Friday night.
Harry Kane has fired an early warning shot to the Bundesliga with an extraordinary hat-trick in Bayern Munich’s season-opening 6-0 demolition of RB Leipzig. His clinical finishing was on full display as he scored his first goal in the 64th minute, before adding two more in quick succession at the 74th and 77th marks, completing a stunning second-half performance. The match was a ruthless display of Bayern's attacking firepower, with Kane at the heart of it all.
Timo Werner faces spending a full season on the sidelines with RB Leipzig losing hope of offloading the striker after he turned down several offers.
RB Leipzig have agreed personal terms with Liverpool's Harvey Elliott, as they look to replace Xavi Simons ahead of his expected move to Chelsea.
Christopher Nkunku could mark a sensational return to RB Leipzig as Chelsea remain keen on Xavi Simons. But the Frenchman must accept a hefty pay cut.
RB Leipzig have sent a clear message to Chelsea, warning that offers for Xavi Simons will not be entertained if they don't make economic sense.
RB Leipzig have stepped up their pursuit of Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea as the French attacker is keen on reuniting with his former club this summer. Both Chelsea and Nkunku are looking for a permanent transfer for the player, who has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer. Nkunku also has offers from Bayern Munich and clubs in Italy and England.
Chelsea will soon submit a formal bid to RB Leipzig after reportedly reaching a personal agreement with the Netherlands international.
