Paris Saint-Germain loanee Xavi Simons has emerged as a standout performer in the Bundesliga during the 2023-24 season. The loan stint continues as planned, as the 20-year-old is becoming one of the top young talents in European football.
OptaFranz‘s statistical analysis highlights Simons’ impact, as he scored goals and provided assists in four distinct Bundesliga matches. This marks a significant achievement and places him at the forefront of the league’s top contributors.
4 – Xavi Simons has scored and assisted a goal in four different Bundesliga games this season, the most of any player in the competition in 2023-24. Brilliant. #RBLSCF @RBLeipzig_EN pic.twitter.com/tn4HOP7kGR
— OptaFranz (@OptaFranz) November 12, 2023
In addition, Squawka highlights another exceptional aspect of Simons’ season. As per the analysis, Simons has become the top provider of assists in the top seven divisions of European football, emphasizing his ability to create scoring opportunities for his team members.
No player in Europe's top seven divisions has provided more league assists this season than Xavi Simons (7). 🙌 pic.twitter.com/jXv22Xe0Di
— Squawka (@Squawka) November 12, 2023
As Simons takes steps in his development, it’s clear that PSG has struck gold. The question surrounding the Dutchman will now be if the Parisians want him on the squad for the 2024-25 season or if RB Leipzig can convince them to extend his loan.
