Newcastle United are unlikely to be successful in a potential move for Timo Werner, with the striker uninterested in a move to the Premier League.
That’s according to journalist Christian Falk, who says Werner isn’t keen on a return after his time at Chelsea.
Werner has been heavily linked with a move away from RB Leipzig in the January transfer window after falling down the pecking order this season.
He’s reportedly unhappy with his situation as he wants to be playing regularly for his club and in good form to ensure he’s a part of the Germany squad for Euro 2024 on home soil next summer.
That’s led to speculation he could be on the move and a return to the Premier League has been mooted, with reports in England claiming that Newcastle, who are long-term admirers of the striker, could be in the market for him.
Eddie Howe’s squad has been beset by injuries this season, particularly up front, where Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson have both spent spells on the sidelines with various injuries.
A loan deal for Werner could make sense then as he not only offers Premier League experience, but Champions League experience as well.
Falk, though, has poured cold water on the idea, insisting Newcastle are yet to make a move and Werner isn’t keen anyway.
“At the moment he’s not really happy, but not so unhappy that he wants to go back to the Premier League,” he said.
“He had to deal with problems in the Premier League, his time at Chelsea was difficult for him and another challenge like that, another experiment like that, he can’t do it.
“It’s not the right time for Timo Werner because he has to find security again. He is a sensitive player and a move to the Premier League certainly won’t help.
“Newcastle were already interested in him but that wasn’t pursued seriously and while his name was mentioned at Manchester United, neither player nor the club have made an offer. So, Werner will stay at Leipzig if nothing changes.”
