MAINZ, GERMANY – MARCH 25: Timo Werner (L) and Kai Havertz of Germany while national anthem prior an international friendly match between Germany and Peru at MEWA Arena on March 25, 2023 in Mainz, Germany. (Photo by Helge Prang – GES Sportfoto/Getty Images)
Former Chelsea flop Timo Werner is reportedly set for a surprise return to the Premier League with one of the Blues’ rivals.
The North London outfit are ready to bolster their attack this month, especially with Son Heung-min leaving for the Asia Cup,
According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs are set to sign RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner in the next few days.
???? Timo Werner to Tottenham, here we go! Deal in place with RB Leipzig, all documents being prepared.
Spurs sign Werner on loan and will also include buy option clause NOT mandatory.
Timo due to travel to London on Saturday then time for medical.@TurkishAirlines ?? pic.twitter.com/NQ42b2JGrQ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 6, 2024
The German forward was left out of the Leipzig squad for their friendly on Saturday afternoon in order for the two clubs to conclude a deal.
Werner spent two years in England with the Blues, where he registered 23 goals and 21 assists in 89 matches.
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