Overview

• Tottenham Hotspur have agreed to sign former Chelsea forward Timo Werner on loan from RB Leipzig, with an option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season.
• Werner, who has previously played for Tottenham's rivals Chelsea, is expected to undergo a medical in London soon.
• The German international had a difficult stint at Chelsea, scoring 23 goals in 89 appearances before returning to Leipzig in 2022.
• Spurs' head coach Ange Postecoglou has been keen to strengthen the team's forward options, especially in light of Son Heung-min's absence due to the Asia Cup.
• Despite interest from Manchester United, Werner is set to join Tottenham, offering depth and options to the team's attack.