- Leipzig send Simons warning to Chelsea
- Told the player won't be sold if valuation isn't met
- German side demanding at least €70m
AFPChelsea issued Xavi Simons warning as RB Leipzig director insists they don't need to sell Netherlands international
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✅ Streams roughly 175 exclusive live matches per season that are completely blacked out on traditional TV.
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✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.
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Getty/GOALTHE BIGGER PICTURE
At the end of last season, Simons conveyed his desire to leave the club after Leipzig failed to qualify for the Champions League. Die Roten Bullen will not stand in the player's way and will respect his wish, but are believed to be demanding at least €70 million (£60m/$82m) for the Dutch attacker. Per reports, Chelsea will soon submit a formal bid to Leipzig as they continue their efforts to offload players and generate funds.
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Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?
The key to Chelsea acquiring Simons was Christopher Nkunku's move to Bayern Munich. However, the operation on the verge of collapse, as the Premier League giants are adamant on fetching a €40m (£34m/$47m) fee for the Frenchman instead of loaning him out. Nkunku's contract at Stamford Bridge runs until 2029 and the player is also believed to be against a temporary move.
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