Chelsea appear close to signing 22-year-old Xavi Simons, who left PSG earlier this year, though Manchester City are reportedly also interested in the Dutch midfielder. Regardless of his destination,

RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons has told the club that he only wants a transfer to Chelsea, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City, sources have told ESPN.

Bayern Munich look set to miss out on signing Xavi Simons after the RB Leipzig star reiterated his desire to join Chelsea.

Chelsea want Xavi Simons – a player apparently also on Bayern’s radar – and the possible sale of Nkunku could help fund a move for the Netherlands international. The reporter suggests Chelsea are expecting a fee of around €40 million (£34.5m) plus add ons for Nkunku.

Harry Kane has urged Bayern Munich to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes. The German champions claimed victory in the Super Cup on Saturday. Kane was on target alongside Luis

Bayern Munich have the Chelsea star high up on their shortlist as an alternative to Kingsley Coman, who is moving to Al Nassr.