Tottenham could already lose millions on Xavi Simons as Bayern Munich consider ‘really cheap’ transfer
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Credit: Imago Fri 24 April 2026 11:00, UK Tottenham Hotspur face a very real danger of being relegated from the Premier League this season, and that comes with a lot of repercussions.Without safety in the division, there is no guarantee that Roberto De Zerbi finishes his five-year contract in North London, and the same can be said about the futures of multiple big-name stars at the club.Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero are already heavily linked with exits, and given how much Spurs will struggle financially in the Championship, there could be a complete squad overhaul this summer.Of course, De Zerbi’s team are going to fight tooth and nail in the final five games of the campaign, but should they fail to secure safety, Tottenham’s transfer chiefs will already be forced to work overtime. ✈️ Tottenham Hotspur Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Spurs boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Tottenham already at risk of losing Xavi SimonsXavi Simons, who cost the Lilywhites £51million last summer, thought he had scored a season-defining goal against Brighton on Saturday, 18 April, only for Georginio Rutter to destroy his dreams in added time.Despite his efforts, Simons was criticised by Tottenham fans for his posts on social media following the late heartbreak, sharing an image of his celebrations before Spurs went on to drop two important points.If the Dutchman was already eyeing a summer exit in case of relegation, he is certainly considering it now, given the backlash to some of his displays, and it would appear that an escape route has emerged.According to Bayern Munich insider Christian Falk (24 April), Vincent Kompany is an admirer of the attacking midfielder, and the German giants could reconsider going back in for his signature.Xavi Simons’ 2025-26 Premier LeagueStats [FotMob]Minutes played1694Goals2Assists5Chances created32Successful dribbles43.8%Duels won49.2%Bayern decided that he was too expensive before he switched from RB Leipzig to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last summer, but were he to be “really cheap” this time around, he could be an option.What should Spurs fans know about his contract?Having only arrived in North London last summer, Simons’ contract runs until 2030, and the deal also included a significant sell-on clause for RB Leipzig.So the German side will be hoping for Spurs to hold out for much more than “really cheap” when it comes to the sale of the 23-year-old, but the club may not have much choice in the matter.With a salary of £195,000-a-week, and that’s without bonuses, Simons is the joint-highest earner, and even with parachute payments in the Championship, Spurs will have to seriously consider his future.These bigger names are unlikely to want to stick around while the Lilywhites battle their way back up to the Premier League.
If Simons is key to their survival, his price tag could skyrocket, which would rule Bayern out completely. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Tottenham Hotspur Insider Access Get the full story from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Hotspur Way with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from N17 and Hotspur Way.