RB Leipzig head coach Ole Werner brushed aside outgoing transfer rumors surrounding attacker Xavi Simons whilst speaking at a Thursday press conference. Werner noted that he was planning to use the

His struggles pushed Chelsea further into the striker market signing former Ipswich Town and Brighton and Hove Albion players Liam Delap and João Pedro respectively. Both players have enjoyed strong starts to their life at Stamford Bridge aiding the Blues to the FIFA Club World Cup and scoring in preseason.

Manchester City have reportedly re-entered the race to sign RB Leipzig superstar Xavi Simons as they look to hijack Chelsea’s deal for the 22-year-old.