The sporting director of RB Leipzig has spoken out this week on the future of his attacking midfielder Xavi Simons.Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last month or so, you will be well

RB Leipzig have warned Chelsea that they will not back down on their €70m (£60.4m) asking price for Xavi Simons, according to reports. Chelsea are hoping to wrap up a transfer deal for the Netherlands international before the summer window closes on September 1.

Chelsea are currently the frontrunners to bring Xavi Simons to Stamford Bridge as the Dutch international is prioritising a move to the Blues.