Chelsea are making progress in their pursuit of RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, reports in Germany claim, and could sweeten the deal amid interest from the Bundesliga giants in Carney Chukwuemeka Simons is a gossip column staple.

Chelsea have opened talks with RB Leipzig to sign Xavi Simons, talkSPORT understands. Simons is close to agreeing personal terms, but is also talking to other clubs with Bayern Munich and Arsenal

Xavi Simons (22) is regarded as one of the most promising attacking midfielders in European football.  Despite his young age, he has already spent several years

Chelsea are continuing to work on a deal to sign Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig this summer with the Blues looking to bolster Enzo Maresca's attacking depth once again

Chelsea are still in the market for a left sided defender to provide back-up for Marc Cucurella, whilst another centre back arriving remains a possibility. The Blues have revamped their attack this summer, and Estevao Willian will also arrive after a deal was agreed with Palmeiras last summer.

Chelsea have moved ahead of Arsenal in the transfer race to sign Xavi Simons from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig, according to fresh reports. Both Chelsea and Arsenal have been monitoring Simons this summer – along with Bayern Munich – but the Blues are now in pole position.