Rio Ferdinand is as big a fan of Timo Werner as Jurgen Klopp, suggesting Chelsea are set to make a great signing. Liverpool had been in hot pursuit of Werner and were favourites to sign the Germany international in the summer transfer window.
But the global coronavirus pandemic has forced the Reds to tighten their purse strings, prompting Chelsea to steal a march. The Blues are now in advanced talks with Werner and expected to complete a £54million transfer for him this week.
Klopp is still on good terms with Werner despite the set-back, and has nothing but positive things to say about his compatriot. "There are a lot of good players on this planet," Klopp told Sky Germany. "Timo Werner is a great player, Kai Havertz is a great player.