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RB Leipzig are considering moves for Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott as a replacement for Chelsea-bound Xavi Simons, who is expected to complete a transfer to Chelsea soon. Leipzig have reportedly agreed terms with Elliott, signaling their intent to fill the gap that Simons’ departure would create. This development comes amid Chelsea’s efforts to sign Simons, with the club confident about securing the deals for both Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, a winger from Manchester United who is also expected to leave Old Trafford in search of regular first-team football.

Chelsea's pursuit of Xavi Simons has been influenced by financial constraints linked to UEFA regulations. The club needs to offload players to balance their books due to penalties imposed after the Premier League allowed Chelsea to sell their women's team, a move that UEFA did not recognize as a solution. This has restricted Chelsea’s ability to register new signings in UEFA competitions unless they sell players. Consequently, Chelsea must manage transfers carefully and have been involved in selling or loaning out players like Nicholas Jackson.

The RB Leipzig interest in Harvey Elliott highlights the club's strategy to bring in proven Premier League talent to replace Simons. Elliott, an attacker known for his creativity and technique at Liverpool, fits the profile Leipzig are targeting. Meanwhile, Liverpool have shown openness to parting with Elliott amid squad adjustments this summer.

Overall, these linked transfers showcase a chain reaction triggered by Chelsea’s high-profile signing of Xavi Simons, affecting both RB Leipzig’s recruitment plans and Liverpool’s squad composition. The transfer window is active with Chelsea balancing incoming high-profile acquisitions and outgoing players to comply with financial fair play, while Leipzig targets new offensive options like Elliott to maintain competitive strength.

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