PSG set a price for Xavi Simons, a Manchester United and Arsenal target, following his great performances at Euro 2024.
Simons started four of the Netherlands’ six games at the Euros, helping Ronald Koeman’s team reach the semi-finals before being eliminated by England.
The 21-year-old rifled a powerful goal past Jordan Pickford to give his team the lead against England, but Harry Kane equalised and Ollie Watkins scored a late winner to send Gareth Southgate’s side through to Sunday’s final.
Manchester United, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and RB Leipzig have all indicated an interest in signing Simons this summer, and PSG is willing to sell – for the right price.
Simons came through Paris Saint-Germain’s academy before making 11 appearances during his first stint at the French giants.
The attacking midfielder moved to PSV in 2022 but was re-signed by PSG after scoring 19 goals in 34 league games in his first season in Holland.
Simons spent last season on loan at RB Leipzig but will expect to challenge for a place in the PSG team next term unless he is sold.
Paris-Saint Germain are yet to make a final decision on the player’s future but, according to The Sun, will want an offer of £70m to sanction his departure.
Manchester United are already closing in on deals for two of Simons’ international team-mates – defender Matthijs de Ligt and forward Joshua Zirkzee.
At the beginning of the Euros, Simons addressed rumors about his future, stating that he was “happy” at PSG but that he would make a choice after the competition.
“My future?” I’m not sure yet. When asked about his condition following the Netherlands’ goalless draw with France at Euro 2024, he said, “I’m here, happy, with my national team.”
“We’ll see what transpires following the Euros.” Would I like to go back to Paris? Things happened in Paris, and I was thrilled. This season, I visited Leipzig.
“We’ll see after the Euros.” It’s encouraging to know that my admirers always wish me the best.