CONFIRMED: Xavier Simons signs for Bolton Wanderers

Momentum is building for Xavier Simons's transfer to Chelsea, as reports suggest a 79% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.

Chelsea has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Xavier Simons.
Chelsea has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Xavier Simons (23).
Xavier Simons is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Chelsea squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.

Transfer Logic score:

Pros

Comparable age to previously attracted players
Few direct competitors for position (M. Caicedo, Roméo Lavia)
Comparable value to previously attracted players
Comparable quality to previously attracted players

Cons

Potential star player in position on team (M. Caicedo, Roméo Lavia)
Key player as direct competitor (M. Caicedo, Roméo Lavia)
Many competitors with higher Potential (M. Caicedo, Roméo Lavia)
Some better competitors for position (M. Caicedo, Roméo Lavia)
Less potential than previously attracted players

CONFIRMED: Xavier Simons signs for Bolton Wanderers.

1 Jul 2025

Bolton Wanderers beats Chelsea to sign Xavier Simons. Hull City accepts their €0.4M offer for the defensive midfielder, ending the rumour of Xavier Simons moving to Chelsea.

Alternatives of Chelsea

Skill / pot	Player	Team	ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. More info
Skill / pot	Player / Team / Position	ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. More info
57.3 58.4	Amadou Diawara	Leganes	€0.4M
57.3 59.4	Yassin Oukili	Fortuna Sittard	€0.7M
57.2 61.0	Hector Kyprianou	Watford	€1.4M
57.2 57.3	Okay Yokuşlu	Trabzonspor	€0.6M
57.2 63.1	Lennard Hartjes	Excelsior	€0.8M
57.2 57.2	Rodrigo Bogarín	Barracas	€0.3M
57.2 57.2	Matty James	Wrexham	€0.3M
57.2 57.2	Alexandre Lauray	Le Mans	€0.4M

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