Tottenham attacking midfielder Xavi Simons had long been linked with a transfer to Chelsea, but instead opted for a move to North London, departing RB Leipzig in a deal worth around 67 million euros. The Dutchman is seen as one of Europe’s best prospects but the midfielder could have gone elsewhere as Chelsea were long expected to sign Simons.
Barcelona are to prioritise a transfer move for Marseille forward Mason Greenwood in the January transfer window, after the Englishman’s stunning start to the season for the Ligue 1 outfit. The former Man Utd striker, who left the club in shame, has reignited his career in France and could now be set for a shock move to Spain.