A tale involving a canine companion, a hairstylist, and additional elements:
In the world of football, drama often unfolds both on and off the pitch. Such was the case with Xavi Simons during his time at RB Leipzig.
Last May, a major fire incident at the Leipzig training center caused by a hairdresser using too much hairspray disrupted the home game against Bayern, resulting in a tense 3:3 draw. The incident led to the evacuation of around 300 employees.
During his tenure at the club, Xavi Simons, known for his mannerisms that earned him the nickname "Princess" in the locker room, found himself embroiled in several controversies. One such incident involved his dog, which he left on a terrace for days while on international duty for the Netherlands in March. The continuous barking of the dog caused disturbance to neighbours, leading to involvement from animal protection and the police.
Another controversy arose when Xavi Simons lured his teammates into a favela in São Paulo during a Red Bull PR tour in May. This action led to security concerns.
In addition, Xavi Simons skipped a PR event in preparation for the current season, claiming he wouldn't be an RB player by the start of the season. His teammates gave him a stern talking-to for introducing them to a party in a favela.
Xavi Simons' actions during the Red Bull PR tour also led to his involvement in the 0:6 defeat against Bayern with an extremely lackluster performance.
The club took immediate action when they learned about Xavi Simons leaving his dog on the terrace. Leipzig let Xavi Simons go after a €65 million compensation payment.
Xavi Simons' time at Leipzig was marked by controversies related to his transfers and contract negotiations, with his agent Mino Raiola playing a significant role.
Following his departure from Leipzig, Xavi Simons joined Tottenham on August 29th, 2025. However, the details of his actions during his time at Tottenham are yet to be revealed.
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