Chelsea are interested in signing Xavi Simons this summer and it could well be that the attacking midfielder is included in the matchday squad to face Crystal Palace this weekend. The Blues returned to Cobham last week to begin preparations for the new campaign following a longer than usual 2024/25 season.

Manchester City could now pose a threat to Chelsea’s ongoing transfer pursuit of Dutch international Xavi Simons, according to reports.The 22-year-old has been one of the most sought-after names in

Chelsea remain locked in talks with Red Bull Lezipig over forward Xavi Simons, but the key to securing his signature could be sending Christopher Nkunku back to his former club in a swap deal