Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for a fee of £51.8 million. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder has expressed his excitement about joining the club, claiming it has been a long-standing dream of his. This transfer comes after Simons enjoyed a successful stint at Leipzig, where he scored 22 goals and provided 24 assists in 78 appearances.

Simons, who has also made five appearances for the Netherlands national team, stated that meeting Spurs' head coach Thomas Frank confirmed to him that this was the right move. Frank acknowledged Simons as a valuable addition with significant experience despite his young age, and he will join other summer signings, including Joao Palhinha and Mohammed Kudus.

The acquisition of Simons is a significant boost for Tottenham, particularly after missing out on other targets like Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze. His skill set makes him a promising fit for Frank's tactical flexibility, where he is likely to play as a left-sided attacker in a 4-3-3 formation, a role he excelled in during his time at Leipzig.

Having previously played for renowned teams like Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, Simons' journey has been closely followed by European clubs. His ability to create chances—averaging over seven passes into the box per game last season—will be a key asset for Spurs as they aim to enhance their attacking capabilities.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Simons to see how he adapts to the Premier League and contributes to Tottenham's ambitions in the league and beyond. His arrival marks a new chapter in his career and highlights Spurs' commitment to bolstering their squad ahead of a competitive season.