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Germany striker Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig from Chelsea

British media said Leipzig are bringing Werner back for about 25 million pounds ($30.21 million) after Chelsea paid the Germany forward's 45 million pounds release clause in 2020. The 26-year-old spent the largest part of his senior career at RB Leipzig between 2016-20 and is the club's all-time top scorer with 95 goals. "Timo Werner's signing is a special transfer for us," Leipzig's commercial director for sport Florian Scholz said. "We ... saw Timo become the club's record goalscorer and a Germany international. His return means a lot to the supporters because Timo was a real fan favourite and figure of identification for a lot of people." Werner made his Germany debut in a Confederations Cup win over Australia in June 2017 and now has 50 caps. GREAT TIME"I'm very happy to be able to play for RB Leipzig again," Werner told the club's website. "I had a great time here ... when we performed brilliantly as newcomers in the league. "I'm looking forward to the new season with RB Leipzig and above all to meeting the Leipzig fans again, who mean a great deal to me. We want to achieve a lot and, of course, I want to become the first Leipzig player to reach the 100-goal mark." Werner parted ways with Chelsea after two years at the Premier League club, where he lifted the Champions League trophy plus the UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup in 2021. He made 89 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 23 goals. "Dear Blues, today marks the end of my journey with Chelsea FC," Werner said, as he posted a goodbye message to the fans on his social media platforms.

Timo Werner thanks Chelsea fans ahead of return to RB Leipzig

Timo Werner has confirmed his Chelsea exit ahead of completing a £25million move back to RB Leipzig.

Timo Werner secures RB Leipzig return from Chelsea on permanent deal after Premier League struggles

Timo Werner has left Chelsea to return to RB Leipzig on a permanent deal. The German international joined Chelsea from Leipzig in a £45m deal two years ago, but struggled to replicate his impressive Bundesliga form in the Premier League. Ad He netted 23 goals in 89 appearances and only started 15 league games last season.