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Naby Keita persuades former RB Leipzig teammate Timo Werner to join Liverpool

Naby Keita is hoping for a reunion with former RB Leipzig teammate Timo Werner at Liverpool.

Both players joined the Bundesliga side in the summer of 2016 and were significant in the immediate rise of the Bulls in Germany, and Europe.

Keita's impressive performances forced Liverpool to part with a hefty fee for his services, while Werner has gone on to become a sought-after striker and Germany's first-choice no. 9.

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With Liverpool evaluating alternative options for their fearsome attacking trio; Roberto Firmino, Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane ahead of the summer transfer window, the 22-year-old has been a name often mentioned - with Jurgen Klopp reportedly a big fan of his skillset.