Chelsea has activated the Werner release clause. United has set site on another player as his value decreases.
Timo Werner is one of the most sought after players in the current transfer window. The German international has attracted suitors from all over Europe. And rightfully so too.
The player is enjoying a sensational spell with RB Leipzig in Bundesliga. He is the 2nd in the top scorer’s list at 25 goals, just 4 behind Lewandowski who sits at 1st with 29 goals. Overall in the season, Werner has 31 goals and 12 assists for Leipzig.
Following his sensational performances, many clubs were interested in him. But Werner refused for a move in January 2020, insisting he will complete the season with Leipzig. But now the season is nearly complete. Leipzig’s title aspirations are also over.
Source- Football 365
According to the Standard, Chelsea has made an offer to Leipzig for Werner. Chelsea has agreed to pay his release clause which is around £55 million. There could be a slight variation based on Leipzig’s Champions League qualification.
As per reports from Goal, Chelsea also has given a personal contract for Werner. It has a 5-year deal where the German receives $11.4 million per year. The player will receive £200,000 a week, a pretty lucrative deal as far as Werner’s concerned.
But Chelsea is just close yet. The deal is not finalized. Both Leipzig and Werner are still to give official confirmation of agreement with the offer. As far as Leipzig are concerned, this is the right time to cash in. Because they might end up losing him for less next season.
Although if someone matches Chelsea’s contract Werner could change his mind. It is clear that he would get more game time at Chelsea than Liverpool.
Wolves lower Jimenez’s price tag amongst United and Juventus interest
Raul Jimenez has been one of the key performers for the Wolves side. His combination with Diogo Jota is the main source of attack for the team. Since coming to Wolves he has been in exceptional form.
The player has 22 goals and 10 assists in 44 appearances for the club. He is what you call a Premier League tried and tested player. According to the Daily Star, Manchester United and Juventus are very interested in the player.
Jimenez became Wolverhampton’s costliest signing when he joined for a fee of £32 million in 18-19. Wolves initially wanted to capitalize on their investment and were asking around £50 million for him.
Although now according to TuttoJuve, the club has now changed its stance. Jimenez could be now available fee a mere £18 million. Considering the quality of performances he has put in it would certainly be a bargain.
Amid the coronavirus pandemic and financial problems the club has been forced to consider. Jimenez too has given a statement that he is open to everything.
Although his father insists he has no desires of changing clubs in this window. This could work in United’s favor. Ighalo’s loan is until January. The club could try to sign Jimenez as a replacement in January. But the problem will be his availability. While United will also have to fend off competition from the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Juventus.
