The priorities of Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool forced Timo Werner into talks with Chelsea. The German striker had made no secret of his admiration for the enigmatic boss earlier in the season while also admitting his delight in being linked with the reigning European champions.
The 24-year-old was bound to leave the Bundesliga after managing 41 goals in his last 59 league outings, having stated that he wouldn’t be joining a direct rival to his current side.
With the Blues now all set to get a deal over the line when the window reopens, Reds fans have been left bemused as to how club bosses seem to have missed out on one of the hottest strikers in world football.
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