Xavi Simons will continue his tenure at RB Leipzig for an additional season, as confirmed by head coach Marco Rose. The 20-year-old midfielder, who initially joined Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, has opted to extend his stay with the Bundesliga club.
Confirmation from Marco Rose
Rose stated, “It appears that Xavi has decided to take another year in Leipzig, yes!” He further added that Simons had become a significant player for the team, as reported by @SkySportDE @philipphinze24.
Background and Previous Developments
Simons’ decision follows a series of developments over the past week:
- On 29 July, it was reported that Simons had joined RB Leipzig on loan from PSG.
- Earlier the same day, news emerged about his intention to extend the loan.
- On 28 July, Simons was considering his future amid interest from both Leipzig and Bayern Munich.
- On 26 July, RB Leipzig was leading the race to secure his services.
- On 23 July, Leipzig expressed confidence in finalising the loan deal.
Simons, known for his versatility and playmaking abilities, has been a key figure for Leipzig, contributing significantly to their midfield dynamics.