Bayern Munich has made an official enquiry about RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons, who has informed Leipzig of his desire to leave this summer.
Bayern Munich has made an official enquiry about RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons, as the club looks to reinforce their depleted forward line ahead of the new season.
The 22-year-old has informed Leipzig of his desire to leave this summer, just six months after his permanent €50 million move from Paris Saint-Germain. Simons views this summer as the right time to take the next step in his career and is reportedly keen on joining Bayern.
Simons’ decision to leave Leipzig is believed to have been influenced by the club’s failure to qualify for European football after finishing seventh in the league last season.
Despite Leipzig activating their option to buy him in January, Simons now wants a fresh challenge and is looking for a new opportunity. Bayern, who have been frustrated in their pursuit of key targets, view Simons as an ideal solution following the collapse of moves for Florian Wirtz and Nico Williams.
The Netherlands international has been an impressive player for Leipzig, registering 21 goals and 23 assists in 76 appearances. He played a crucial role in Leipzig’s 3-0 German Super Cup victory over Bayern in 2023 and is one of the Bundesliga’s most dynamic young attackers. Simons can operate out wide or as an attacking midfielder, offering tactical flexibility and proven quality.
Bayern’s pursuit of Simons is driven by the need to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
The club has lost several key figures in recent months, including Leroy Sane, who has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer, and Mathys Tel, who was sold to Tottenham Hotspur. Serge Gnabry is also entering the final year of his contract, further reducing Bayern’s depth in the final third.
Jamal Musiala’s long-term injury has added to the urgency of strengthening the squad, and Simons’ arrival would address multiple needs at once, adding creativity, pace, and goal threat to an attack that has been depleted. While the club’s pursuit of Simons is not directly linked to Musiala’s absence. However, there is a growing urgency to reinforce the team before pre-season preparations begin.
No formal negotiations have begun between Bayern and Leipzig, but talks are expected to accelerate in the coming days. The club’s pursuit of Simons depends on Leipzig’s willingness to part ways and Bayern’s readiness to meet or exceed the €50 million valuation.
