🤩🇳🇱 Xavi Simons (22) in training in the Netherlands. 🪄 pic.twitter.com/BD0J7EakqR
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Xavi Simons, the 22-year-old Dutch attacking midfielder who is currently on loan to Tottenham Hotspur from Paris Saint-Germain, actively participated in the training of the Dutch national team at the KNVB Campus in Zeist this week. This is in anticipation of the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches. The Dutch held an open training session on November 11, 2025, where Simons impressed with his flair and ball control, receiving praise for “dropping some magic” during exercises.
The clip has gone viral
A viral clip shared on X captures Simons in action during a session on November 12. The 14-second video shows him swinging through cones, executing quick passes and playing small games with teammates like Frenkie de Jong and Cody Gakpo.
Players are seen in blue tracksuits on a lush green pitch under cloudy skies, while coaches lead possession drills near the goalposts.
The atmosphere is intense yet focused, with balls scattered across the field and orange accents of team branding
Official images from the session show Simons in mid-step, controlling the ball during a passing drill, his expression focused amid a group of teammates in matching kits.
Integrated and confident
Simons, who has 15 caps for the Netherlands and recently scored in a 2-1 win over Bosnia in October, appears fully integrated and confident.
Manager Frank de Boer noted after training that although he wants more intensity from Simons in club matches, he is optimistic about the transfer of his international form.
Fan reaction
Fans on social media were enthusiastic, with one post calling his leg tattoo a silhouette of himself in the orange Dutch kit, a symbol of his deep national pride.
Some fans were less complimentary, with Cezar posting:
I think he will return home soon The EPL is not suitable for the player.
Once he reaches London, he forgets all these things
Why does he look so slow in the Epl
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