Chelsea conditions the signings of Alejandro Garnacho and Xavi Simons on the departure of three players

The London team must comply with the Financial Fair Play and is obligated to sell if they want to continue signing players

Héctor Andreu | 17 Aug 2025 | 13.30
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Garnacho and Xavi Simons will be Chelsea's next signings / Record
Garnacho and Xavi Simons will be Chelsea's next signings / Record

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The transfer market continues to take unexpected turns, and one of the most active clubs in recent months is Chelsea, which is still in the midst of rebuilding its squad. The Londoners want to keep signing new players in this market but are constrained to sell first.

According to information from 'SkySports', the London club has its sights set on two young talents from European football: Alejandro Garnacho, the current player of Manchester United, and Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig with an open future. However, any move by the Blues is conditioned by a key factor: the need to offload several players before progressing.

The Stamford Bridge team has an oversized squad, with many players who have not lived up to expectations. This is why the board has decided to prioritize sales before finalizing new arrivals. The departure list includes key names like Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, and the young Tyrique George, three players who have yet to convince the sporting direction or the coaching staff. Until their futures are resolved, the operation for Garnacho and Simons will remain stagnant.

Garnacho and Xavi Simons, the next signings for Chelsea

Chelsea's strategy serves a dual purpose. On one hand, to reduce the wage bill and make room in the squad; on the other, to generate revenue that allows them to meet the demands of the financial fair play. Without this preliminary step, it will be impossible to secure the arrival of two players who not only bring youth but also long-term potential. In the case of Garnacho, he is one of the most promising players from United, with skill and boldness that match what Chelsea seeks in its wingers. Meanwhile, Xavi Simons has shown in the Bundesliga that he can make a difference, being a versatile attacking midfielder with talent for assisting and scoring.

The London officials know that the competition for both players will be fierce. Manchester United is unlikely to let Garnacho go without a hefty offer, while Simons' future will largely depend on Paris Saint-Germain, the club that owns his rights. Therefore, Chelsea needs to act swiftly, albeit always under the premise of first balancing their squad.

Xavi Simons and Garnacho will be the next signings for Chelsea

Chelsea's sporting project is going through a transition phase where they seek a balance between young signings and the experience of certain veterans. Fan pressure also plays a significant role, as they expect to see a competitive Chelsea in both the Premier League and Europe. Bringing in Garnacho and Simons would be a statement, but without the exits of Jackson, Nkunku, and George, the operation will remain on hold.

Chelsea is clear about its plan: sell before buying. Only after the necessary departures can they resume talks for Alejandro Garnacho and Xavi Simons, two players who are expected to shine in European football in the upcoming decade. Time is ticking, and the London club must make swift decisions if they want to stay ahead of other giants also closely eyeing these talents.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Chelsea condiciona los fichajes de Alejandro Garnacho y Xavi Simons a la salida de tres jugadores