Xavi Simons is a young and talented footballer who plays for RB Leipzig in Germany. He is also a member of the Netherlands national team. In this article, we will learn more about his life, career, and achievements.
Early life and family of Xavi Simons
Xavi Simons was born on April 21, 2003, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. His full name is Xavier Quentin Shay Simons. He is the son of Regillio Simons, a former footballer who is of Surinamese descent. He has an older brother, Faustino, who also played football and shares the same birthday as him. Xavi’s cousin, Saviola Simons, is also a footballer who plays for AZ Alkmaar.
Xavi started playing football at a young age and joined the youth academy of CD Thader in Alicante, Spain, in 2008. Two years later, he moved to Barcelona and joined their famous La Masia academy. He quickly became one of the most promising players at the Catalan club, attracting the attention of other teams like Chelsea.
Career at Paris Saint-Germain
In 2019, Xavi decided to leave Barcelona and join Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in France. He signed a three-year contract with the Parisian club, which was reportedly worth up to €1 million annually. Xavi joined the under-19 team of PSG and trained with the first team occasionally.
He made his professional debut for PSG on February 10, 2021, coming on as a substitute for Julian Draxler in a 1–0 Coupe de France win over Caen. He made his Ligue 1 debut on February 21, 2021, playing the last 12 minutes of a 4–0 win over Monaco. Xavi also made his UEFA Champions League debut on March 10, 2021, playing the final minute of a 1-1 draw with Barcelona in the round of 16.
With PSG, Xavi won the Ligue 1 title and the Coupe de France in the 2020–21 season. He made seven appearances in all competitions, scoring no goals and providing no assists.
Career at PSV and RB Leipzig
In 2022, Xavi returned to his home country and joined PSV on a one-year loan deal from PSG. He was given the number 10 shirt and became a regular starter for the Dutch club. Xavi scored his first goal for PSV on August 14, 2022, netting the opener in a 3–0 win over Heracles. He also scored his first hat-trick on September 25, 2022, helping PSV beat Vitesse 5–0.
Xavi had a remarkable season with PSV, scoring 19 goals and providing 12 assists in 34 league games. He won the KNVB Cup and the Johan Cruyff Shield with PSV, and he also became the Eredivisie top scorer and the Dutch Footballer of the Year. He also impressed in the Europa League, scoring four goals and assisting three in eight games.
In 2023, Xavi returned to PSG but was immediately loaned out to RB Leipzig in Germany. He was given the number 20 shirt and became a key player for the Bundesliga club. Xavi scored his first goal for Leipzig on August 27, 2023, scoring the winner in a 2–1 victory over Bayern Munich. He also scored his first Champions League goal on September 14, 2023, scoring the equalizer in a 2–2 draw with Manchester City.
Xavi has been in good form for Leipzig, scoring four goals and providing six assists in 12 league games. He also has two goals and one assist in five Champions League games. He is currently one of the most sought-after players in Europe, with clubs like Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Manchester United reportedly interested in him.
Xavi Simons Stats 2023-24
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 12 | 4 | 7 |
| Champions League | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| DFB-Pokal | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| DFL-Supercup | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 20 | 6 | 9 |
International career
Xavi has represented the Netherlands at various youth levels, from under-15 to under-21. He made his debut for the senior national team on December 3, 2022, coming on as a substitute for Memphis Depay in a 3–1 win over the United States in the round of 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He played in three more games in the tournament, as the Netherlands reached the quarterfinals, where they lost to Brazil.
Xavi has since become a regular member of the national team, playing in the UEFA Nations League, the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers, and the 2023 FIFA Confederations Cup. He has 12 caps and no goals for the Netherlands so far.
Conclusion
Xavi Simons is a young and talented footballer who plays for RB Leipzig in Germany. He is also a member of the Netherlands national team. He started his career at Barcelona, then moved to PSG, PSV, and Leipzig. Xavi Simons has won several trophies and awards and has scored many goals and assists. He is one of the most promising players in the world, and he has a bright future ahead of him.
