CHELSEA stalling on a deal for Xavi Simons could open the door for Tottenham to make a late swoop.
RB Leipzig star Simons, 22, had been expected to move to Stamford Bridge by now after a summer-long pursuit.
AFPSimons has been waiting for Chelsea and RB Leipzig to agree on a deal to take him to London.[/caption]
But a deal still has not been done as deadline day inches closer- with suggestions the Blues need to sell more players to finance it – and there are now genuine doubts whether one will be concluded in time.
Spurs have been looking for a new No10 throughout the close-season, famously missing out on Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze.
SunSport understands there is some interest from the North Londoners in Simons, whom Leipzig are open to selling this month.
The Dutchman is believed to favour a switch to Chelsea but if that move does not materialise, may have to reconsider his options.
RexXavi Simons playing for RB Leipzig.[/caption]
He is understood to be seeking big wages though, while Leipzig would be demanding a fee in the region of £60million.
Spurs are also believed to be considering a late move for Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, 23, who yesterday (Wednesday) was called up to the France squad for the first time.
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