Chelsea have announced the completion of the RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner signing, he is now subject to a medical.
The 24 years old striker has agreed a five-year deal at Stamford Bridge and becomes Chelsea’s second signing of the summer after Ajax’s Hakim Ziyech.
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The Blues have agreed to drop €50m (£45m) to trigger the release clause of Werner, who is about to start earning more than €10m (£9m) per season in England.
After his putting pen on paper, Werner took to Twitter to share the good news in a 6 seconds video saying “Hey Chelsea fans, I’m very happy to join Chelsea next year and play at Stamford Bridge for you, see you soon”
Discussing his move to London-based club, the Germany International told the official Chelsea website:
“I am delighted to be signing for Chelsea, it is a very proud moment for me to be joining this great club.
“I of course want to thank RB Leipzig, the club and the fans, for four fantastic years. You will forever be in my heart.
“I look forward to next season with my new team-mates, my new manager and of course the Chelsea fans. Together we have a very successful future ahead of us.”
Werner has made a total of 157 appearances for RB Leipzig, netting 93 goals and making 40 assists, his evolution has made him to be one of Europe’s most coveted forwards.
