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Lampard the reason behind ‘dream’ Chelsea move, says Werner – The World Game
Timo Werner has revealed how talks with Frank Lampard were key to his decision to join Chelsea from RB Leipzig.
The Germany striker agreed to a move to Stamford Bridge last month after the Blues paid a reported £47.5 million (A$85.8 million) to activate a release clause in his contract.
Werner, who has started training in west London but cannot play for his new club until 2020-21, was linked with a host of top sides in Europe before Chelsea moved swiftly to secure his signature.
The 24-year-old says speaking to head coach Lampard helped convince him he was making the right move.
“He…
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