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Two shots Saturday Simons generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Manchester United.

Impact Simons was Spurs' most effective attack Saturday, but that is not saying much. He recorded two accurate crosses and created one chance, but he did not have many opportunities thanks to Cristian Romero's early red card. He's been playing very well as of late and will need to continue to do so with Spurs in rough form in the Premier League.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in Sunday's draw Simons assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Simons put together another excellent attacking performance Sunday, highlighted by his assist on Dominic Solanke's goal in the 53rd minute. He created a season-high four chances on the attack and has now created at least three chances in five of his last six appearances (all competitions). He also took a season-high five shots and recorded five crosses on the attack. With Spurs currently dealing with a host of injuries, Simons will need to continue to step up and lead this attack.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Wednesday's win Simons had two shots (one on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Simons had a very productive match Wednesday which is not too surprising given his previous success in the Bundesliga. He recorded a secondary assist as his cross in the 47th minute found Cristian Romero open in the box, who used a header to set up Randal Kolo Muani's opening goal. Simons also created three chances and recorded a season-high three accurate crosses in what was one of his best performances in a Spurs shirt so far.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Playing through pain Simons contributed five shots (one on target), three tackles and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Dortmund in the Champions League while playing through pain due...

Impact Simons was decent in Tuesday's victory against Dortmund, contributing a season high five shots and remaining a constant threat in the frontline for the Spurs despite playing through pain due to a foot bruise. The playmaker already missed some training recently due to a swollen ankle, but those minor issues aren't affecting his playing time since he has logged 90 minutes in each of his last four appearances with Tottenham.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train, still playing Simons didn't train ahead of Tuesday's match against Dortmund but is still an option, according to manager Thomas Frank. One of them is Xavi, the guy who was out there and didn't t...

Impact Simons suffered an injury in the club's most recent match that has led to a swollen ankle and his absence from training Monday. However, the attacker will still be an option, set to play as the club takes the field with a limited squad due to injury. He will likely be tasked to start despite the injury, although they may limit him to be cautious.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Saturday's loss Simons recorded four shots (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Simons was very active on the attack in Saturday's loss as he tied a season high with four shots and set a season high with three chances created. Those contributions did not result in a goal, an assist or a win, but it was still a promising performance for the midfielder who's had a disappointing debut campaign in North London.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Wednesday Simons assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Simons returned from his three-match ban Wednesday and immediately made an impact. He set up Mathys Tel's goal in the 5th minute to open up the scoring, his third assist in the Premier League this season. He did not do much else in the match, but it was enough to give him a productive outing despite the loss.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ends suspension Simons is no longer banned and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Simons is back from his ban after three games out, having been shown a red card following a VAR review last time out. The attacker gives them a boost just after the sale of Brennan Johnson and following Mohammad Kudus' injury Sunday, potentially starting immediately after his ban. He has started in nine of his 14 appearances this season while recording one goal and two assists.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off after VAR review Simons was shown a red card in the 33rd minute of Saturday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Simons was initially shown a yellow card Saturday, but following a VAR review, the attacker was shown a straight red card for clipping the ankle of Virgil van Dijk. This will leave him suspended for at least two games due to violent conduct, set to miss out against Crystal Palace and Brentford, returning to play against Sunderland on Jan. 4. The club will have to do without a starter until the new year, with Wilson Odobert and Brennan Johnson as potential replacements.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Tuesday Simons scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-0 win versus Slavia Prague.

Impact Simons, who was coming off a two-goal contribution performance versus Brentford on Saturday, found the back of the net again Tuesday. He converted a penalty in the 79th minute, marking his first UCL goal with Spurs and just his third in 19 career UCL appearances. He finished the match with a season-high three shots, but the penalty was the only one he put on target. He completed the full 90 minutes for just the second time this season in any competition, and both have come in the past four days.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Saturday Simons scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Brentford.

Impact Simons finally found his groove Saturday as he made his first start in any competition since Nov. 8. He assisted Richarlison's opener in the 25th minute, then doubled Spurs' lead with a goal of his own in the 43rd minute. It marked his first goal for Spurs since joining the club in August and it marked his first two goal contributions in the Premier League since his Spurs debut back on Sept. 13. He will look to build off this performance Sunday at Nottingham Forest.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Tuesday's win Simons assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and four chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 win against FC Copenhagen.

Impact Simons delivered an excellent lofted pass to Brennan Johnson in the 19th minute, leading to Johnson scoring the opener in Tuesday's win. It marked his first assist in the Champions League this season and just his second goal contribution in all competitions. He created a season-high four chances in the win, giving him perhaps his best performance so far with Spurs. He also recorded one accurate cross and won one tackle before he was subbed off in the 61st minute for Joao Palhinha.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ineffective in loss Simons had two crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Simons did not start Saturday's match but he was brought on in the 7th minute when Lucas Bergvall (head) was brought off with an injury. He did not have much of an impact on the attack as he recorded just two inaccurate crosses in his 66 minutes of action. It's been a disappointing start to his Spurs career as he has just one goal contribution in 10 appearances (six starts) across the Premier League and Champions League.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses Saturday Simons had 11 crosses (three accurate) and nine corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 32nd minute.

Impact Simons recorded a season-high 11 crosses Saturday, in large part because he also took nine corners in the draw. He recorded three accurate crosses and created one shot, but he did not take shot for the first time in his young Spurs career. He was subbed off in the 78th minute for Wilson Odobert.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in Tuesday's win Simons generated two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30...

Impact Simons did not light up the stat sheet in Tuesday's UCL opener, but he was close to recording a goal contribution a couple times in the match. He also picked up a yellow card in the first half and was extremely lucky to not pick up a second later in the match after a tactical foul. He was subbed off the pitch in the 77th minute for Brennan Johnson.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on debut Simons assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-0 win over West Ham United.

Impact Simons assisted the opening goal of the game from a corner when he found Pape Sarr at the back post. In the Bundesliga last season, he had scored 10 goals and provided seven assists, despite Lepizig struggling in the league. After only one game he is the joint second-highest set piece taker for Spurs this season.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in Spurs training Simons was involved in team training Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Simons appears to be getting integrated with the Spurs squad as players return from the international break, as the midfielder was a part of his first training session Wednesday. This should mean he is involved moving forward, with his first chance to appear for the club Sept. 13 against West Ham. He joins as a riveting prospect who has shown tons of talent between Germany, the Netherlands and France, with 65 goals and 53 assists in 178 career matches at only age 22.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Spurs move Simons has completed a permanent transfer from RB Leipzig to Tottenham on Friday.

Impact Simons had been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League this summer, and while Chelsea had shown interest in his services, the Dutchman ultimately joined Tottenham on a long-term contract. He should be a regular starter and key piece in midfield for the Spurs, as his creativity and elite passing will complement an attacking line featuring agile, pacey wingers such as Mohammed Kudus and Brennan Johnson, as well as either Dominic Solanke or Richardson upfront. Simons should have above-average fantasy value as a playmaker who is often on the ball, giving him a solid floor in most formats due to his consistent involvement. He finished the 2024/25 season with 11 goals and 10 assists across 31 appearances (30 starts) for Leipzig between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Relieved of first team duties Simons has been relieved of first-team duties amid current contract negotiations, according to his club.

Impact Simons is not going to play in the club's upcoming match as the transfer deadline approaches, as the midfielder is held out due to his current transfer talks with Premier League clubs. This is a major loss to the team, as he has been a catalyst in the midfield for the club since joining. That said, this will force a change, with Kevin Kampl, Christoph Baumgartner or Assan Ouedraogo as possible replacements moving forward.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in season finale Simons scored a goal while taking four shots (three on goal), crossing three times inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Simons found the back of the net after just eight minutes, opening the scoring in the match while leading Leipzig with four shots. The midfielder finished the year with three goal involvements, 10 shots, five chances created and eight crosses across his final three appearances.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of assists Simons assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Simons produced a pair of assists during Saturday's draw, putting together another brilliant showing in what has been an excellent campaign. The attacking midfielder has been one of the best young options in the Bundesliga. If he remains in Leipzig he will be crucial to everything for the foreseeable future.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Simons is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Simons has cleared his ban due to due to yellow cards accumulation, with the midfielder set to return in their next contest. He is an undisputed starter in the attacking midfield when available and is expected to reclaim that spot right away.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace, sees fifth yellow Simons scored twice while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing three times inaccurately and creating four chances during Friday's 3-2 win over Wolfsburg, but was also shown h...

Impact Simons scored in the 26th and 49th minutes scoring Leipzgi's final two goals while leading the team with four chances created. The goals were the first since March 15th for the midfielder as he's combined for six shots, five chances created and eight crosses over his last three starts. Simons will miss next week's match against Kiel through suspension.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in loss Simons had three shots (two on target), created one chance, sent in four crosses (three accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Simons couldn't help his side to get in the scoring column this time but was still active on the attacking end, getting involved in some dangerous actions. The ankle injury sustained during the first half of the season maybe slowed Simons down a little bit from a performance standpoint but his numbers (seven goals, five assists over 19 league appearances) are still very decent.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in win Simons scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Simons was at his brilliant best to take all three points against Dortmund. He contributed to both goals and caused issues for the backline throughout the match. The attacking midfielder has been one of the best in Germany this season. He continues to produce major numbers even against top opponents.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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