Chelsea are advancing with their interest in RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons. Talks over personal terms for the 22-year-old are under way, with Simons understood to be open to a move to Stamford Bridge and the Bundesliga club aware of the Blues' interest.

Hato, meanwhile, has attracted interest from Arsenal, while the Ajax defender was spotted during a game at Anfield in January, sparking speculation over a possible move to Liverpool. However, Fabrizio Romano now reports that Chelsea are in the driving seat to sign both Simons and Hato this summer.