Simons has explained why he chose to join Tottenham over Chelsea, citing his conversations with manager Thomas Frank as the deciding factor. He stated that talking to Frank made it clear to him that Tottenham was where he needed to be. This is similar to his previous experiences at PSV and RB Leipzig, where he felt an immediate connection with the clubs and their managers.
When asked about the type of player Simons is, Frank praised his ability to create something out of nothing, bringing an extra quality to the team. He believes that Simons can help Tottenham's structure and make a significant impact on the team's performance.