Xavi Simons shares ‘secret’ talks with ex-Chelsea star before Tottenham transferXavi Simons chose Tottenham Hotspur over Chelsea, fulfilling his childhood dream of playing in the Premier League. The midfielder cited Tottenham’s vision, stadium, fans, team quality, and coach as key factors. Simons signed a five-year contract after a €60m transfer, influenced by conversations with Timo Werner and Micky van de Ven. He’s eager to develop his playing style and compete against the world’s best.