LIVERPOOL are reportedly in advanced talks to sign Timo Werner from RB Leipzig.
Jurgen Klopp’s side will allegedly activate the £51million release clause in his contract before it expires in April.
Timo Werner has also attracted interest from Chelsea and TottenhamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Liverpool have opened negotiations for the 23-year-old.
Werner has emerged as a top target for Klopp after scoring 25 goals in 31 appearances for Leipzig this season.
But the Reds will have to get a deal over the line before April or risk paying an inflated fee for the German.
Werner has also been heavily linked to Premier League rivals Chelsea following his incredible spell of form.
But it was reported last month that Klopp’s side were leading the race for his signature.
And Liverpool were handed a major boost after it was reported that Liverpool was Werner’s “preferred destination”.
He has already admitted that he open to moving to the Premier League in the summer.
Tottenham have also been linked to the German – but Leipzig brutally mocked their interest.
He has proved his potential in the German top-flight following his £8.3million switch from VfB Stuttgart in 2016.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
