Exclusive: Liverpool want €70 million ‘difference-maker’ to replace Luis Diaz

The future of Xavi Simons remains up in the air, as the 22-year-old Dutch midfielder attracts interest from several top European clubs following an impressive season at RB Leipzig.

Simons’ form in the Bundesliga has placed him on the radar of elite teams, with Liverpool now preparing a move to secure his services, according to Caught Offside sources.

Liverpool view Simons as a potential replacement of Luis Diaz, and internal discussions at Anfield suggest a formal bid is being considered.