The Blues are facing having to find a way to shoehorn another supremely talented young forward into a frontline that is almost at full capacity

Chelsea appear to be edging closer to securing the services of Dutch playmaker Xavi Simons, with advanced discussions underway between the Blues and German outfit RB Leipzig, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder has emerged as a priority target for the Premier League side, who are reportedly confident of finalising the transfer before the summer window shuts.

Chelsea have enquired about the availability of Xavi Simons, who is open to the possibility of a move to Stamford Bridge. The Blues, however, will have to make a sale or two before they can make a formal bid for the RB Leipzig star. Chelsea have already bolstered their squad by signing forwards like Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens, while Estevao Willian is also set to join the club.

RB Leipzig are aiming to offload Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons for lucrative sum in the summer window.

Manchester United are eyeing a summer swoop for Dutch star Xavi Simons, with Ruben Amorim reportedly a big admirer of the RB Leipzig playmaker.