Mercato, Real Madrid is going after a talent from PSG!

After recruiting Kylian Mbappé for free during the last summer transfer window, Real Madrid could play another dirty trick on Paris Saint-Germain by snatching another talent from the Ile-de-France club. The Spanish champions have reportedly inquired about a midfielder from their French counterpart.

Xavi Simons in Real Madrid's sights

Loaned to RB Leipzig since the summer of 2023, Xavi Simons should return to Paris Saint-Germain next summer. But the Dutchman could however definitely be bought by the Germans this winter. Not really being part of Luis Enrique's plans, the attacking midfielder should leave the Ile-de-France club although he is under contract until 2027 with the Parisians. After a turbulent summer where he was associated with big European teams, the former PSV Eindhoven player should still liven up the market in 2025. Indeed, according to information from the English press, Real Madrid is among the serious contenders for Xavi Simons. The Spanish champions plan to recruit him next summer.

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“Some close to Xavi Simons' situation expect a permanent exit from PSG and predict a move to the Premier League or La Liga, worth at least 80 million euros. Arsenal, Barcelona, ​​Bayern, Liverpool and Real Madrid are considered the most likely destinations »declared David Ornstein, journalist at The Athletic.

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Real Madrid have been following the 21-year-old attacking midfielder for some time and see great potential in him. It remains to be seen whether PSG will agree to negotiate a transfer with Real Madrid. Especially if other big clubs are interested in the player.