Barca eye Germany star

Matt Morley 6 years ago 4.4k |

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Timo Werner has emerged as a target for Barcelona. AFP

Despite clubs now being unable to sign players until the January transfer window opens, there will be plenty of legwork done over the coming days and months. Particularly at Barcelona, who are believed to have set their sights on one of the most talented young goal-getters in Europe.

Spanish publication 'Mundo Deportivo' reports that the Catalan giants have their eye on RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner as they look for Luis Suarez' long-term successor.

The 21-year-old enjoyed a sensational breakthrough season last time out, scoring 21 goals in 32 appearances for the German side as they qualified for the Champions League by finishing second in the Bundesliga.

Werner has continued his fine form so far this season, scoring five goals in six Bundesliga games, as well as establishing himself as a key player for his national side with six goals in eight appearances so far.

Given Suarez's indifferent start to the new campaign and his advancing years, Ernesto Valverde has opted to step up the club's search for a replacement, with Werner their top target.

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