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Timo Werner sets out first target as RB Leipzig player

Timo Werner is delighted to have returned to RB Leipzig.

The Germany striker's move from Chelsea was completed on Tuesday.

Werner said: "I am happy to be able to play in Leipzig again.

"I have had great years from 2016 to 2020, playing brilliantly as a newly promoted player. I left as top scorer, now it is time to look forward. I am grateful to Chelsea for these two years of winning the Champions League.

"The experience of playing abroad has helped me and my career.

"To the Leipzig fans, I want to be the first player to reach 100 goals with this team."

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