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Timo Werner is 'having English lessons' and 'excited about playing in the Premier League' as Liverpool and Chelsea battle it out for Leipzig star

Timo Werner looks to be edging closer to a move to the Premier League with reports claiming the Chelsea and Liverpool target is undergoing English lessons.

The German speedster has continued his rise to Europe's striking elite this season, firing in 21 goals in 25 Bundesliga games as the driving force behind Leipzig's title challenge.

Werner has long been monitored by top clubs after firing in 21 goals in 31 league games in 2016-17, and now at 24-years-old could be set for his big move.

RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner has reportedly starting taking English lessons

The 24-year-old is contracted at the Red Bull Arena until 2023 but continues to be heavily linked with a move to the English top flight.