“It caused unrest” – Ole Werner looks back on Xavi Simons’ transfer saga

RB Leipzig coach Ole Werner has reflected on the transfer saga surrounding Xavi Simons that finally came to an end when the Dutchman was told to Tottenham.

After months of speculation, Xavi Simons finally left RB Leipzig towards the end of the transfer window, joining Tottenham for a reported fee of €65 million.

Looking back, RB Leipzig coach Ole Werner admitted he was “relieved” once the transfer saga surrounding the Dutchman was over.

“I was relieved when the transfer window closed. With Xavi, it was clear he’d go – just not when. That was a burden for him, the team, and the environment. It caused unrest,”…