Barcelona’s new head coach, Hansi Flick, is reportedly keen on bringing back Xavi Simons, the one-time La Masia graduate now starring at RB Leipzig.
Flick Revives Xavi Simons Talk After Nico Williams Deal Falls Through
According to Catalunya Radio, Flick has identified Simons as a prime candidate to bolster the squad following the unexpected retention of Nico Williams by Athletic Club.
Flick knows a rising star when he sees one. Sources suggest that this isn’t just Flick’s idea Xavi Hernandez himself was a long-time admirer of Simons, who first drew attention within Barcelona’s youth setup a decade ago. And now, the Dutch winger-midfielder is drawing fresh attention.
After a strong 2023–24 season in Germany with 19 goals and 11 assists on loan, Leipzig committed to a permanent deal in January shelling out an estimated €50 million plus add-ons.
Yet less than six months later, Simons has informed his club he’s ready for a new challenge one of Champions League football and renewed ambition.
The twist? RB Leipzig are positioned firmly in negotiations, demanding a hefty €70–80 million figures confirmed by Bild and Bild-backed reports.
While Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Arsenal and even Chelsea have checked in, it appears Barcelona are willing to reignite talks if they can muster the funds.
For Barça fans, this transfer would carry poetic weight: a La Masia kid coming home to spark a renaissance under Flick.
It’s a narrative rooted in both footballing pedigree and emotional resonance hitting all the right notes. Yet it comes with a warning: club hierarchy must align investment with lofty ambitions.
Right now, negotiations remain in flux. Flick’s interest is clear. Simons seems ready.
But will the numbers add up? As Barcelona reels from Williams’s contract U-turn and corners the market again, all eyes will be on whether they can close a deal that reunites one of their brightest young talents with its old home under what could become Flick’s signature.
