According to Florian Plettenberg, Desky reporter, Tottenberg has informed Leipzig that it wants to sign Simmons, and Leipzig has asked for a price of 70 million euros and needs to be settled in one go.

Florian Plettenberg wrote on social media: "Spurs have notified Leipzig that they are fighting to sign Xavi Simmons. The player is now in London and he has been licensed by Leipzig and does not need to participate in the team training until further notice."

"Leipzig is asking for 70 million euros and will settle it in one go. Chelsea is still in the competition and they have reached an agreement with the players. Leipzig is waiting for the official offer from the two clubs."