By Rune Gjerulff@runegjerulff

Xavi Simons now the highest-paid player in RB Leipzig history

Xavi Simons is earning a record-breaking €12 million a year after joining RB Leipzig on a permanent basis, according to Sport Bild.
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RB Lepizig recently made Xavi Simons' loan move from Paris Saint-Germain permanent for a reported club-record fee of €50 million plus bonuses.

According to Sport Bild, RB Leizpig also had to dig deep into their pockets to meet the player's wage demands, with the Dutchman now earning €12 million a year - a new club record.

Simons' contract, which runs until 2027, doesn't include a release clause, but the club have reportedly promised the attacking midfielder that he will be allowed to move on as long as they make a profit on the transfer.

The 21-year-old has scored five goals and provided four assists in 18 appearances for the Die Roten Bullen this season.

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