A credible journalist responds to speculation about Liverpool’s interest in signing Xavi Simons this summer.
Midfield reinforcements are unlikely to be a major priority for Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes and his recruitment team this summer.
Instead, defensive concerns could take center stage, especially if Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract remains unresolved by the end of the 2024/25 season. Additionally, a significant investment in the attack may be required should Mo Salah decide to end his time at Anfield in June.
However, Liverpool are reportedly open to making opportunistic signings if the right opportunity arises—one such player could be RB Leipzig’s newly permanent signing, Xavi Simons.
According to BILD’s Christian Falk, the Bundesliga side is open to selling the 21-year-old in the summer transfer window, with Liverpool, Manchester United, and Manchester City all monitoring his situation.
Whether Liverpool would be willing to spend between £58.5m-66.9m to add to their growing Dutch contingent remains uncertain.
Statistically, Simons ranks among the best midfielders in Europe’s top five leagues, according to FBref data. While his pass completion rate places him in the 25th percentile, his attacking output is outstanding—ranking in the 97th percentile for expected goals (xG) and the 99th percentile for expected assists (xAG). He also excels at progressing the ball, ranking in the 99th percentile for progressive carries and successful take-ons.
That said, Liverpool already have plenty of top-quality attacking midfield options.
