Tottenham sign Netherlands international midfielder Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig

Tottenham have pulled off the major signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig in a welcome boost for new boss Thomas Frank.

Spurs have tracked a high-quality attacking addition all summer and after recent failed pursuits of Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze, the capture of 22-year-old Simons represents a significant coup for the north London club.

Versatile attacker Simons has joined Tottenham in a 60million euros (£51.8m) deal, the PA news agency understands.

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