PSV was able to convince Xavi Simons that it offered him the ideal environment to allow him to continue his progress. He really wanted to take a step forward, not be content with a subordinate role and play high-stakes matches. Between PSV coach Van Nistelrooy and Xavi Simons the contact was excellent, things were clear. Between Pochettino's speech who explained to him that he had to be patient and the total lack of information on the next season. Last Monday, he did an about-face, giving up the “PSG extension & PSV loan” combo in favor of a firm start. A decision very badly received on the PSG side where we wanted to include a buy-back clause Wijnaldum encouraged him to leave to harden up. - L’Equipe