Liverpool had no intention of signing RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner - and their summer transfer plans are likely to be compromised by the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to Sky Sports News reporter Vinny O'Connor. Download on: Spotify | Apple | Castbox | SpreakerThe Premier League champions-elect missed out on the chance to sign RB Leipzig striker Werner, who will join Chelsea next month after they activated his €50m (£45m) release clause. "All the noises coming out of Liverpool throughout the whole Werner situation were that they had no plans to sign him," O'Connor told Sky Sports. "I don't think it's as simple as Liverpool turning down a £50m move for Werner," added Brand. Watch the Premier League with Sky SportsWerner will join Chelsea next season after they met his £45m release clauseSky Sports are broadcasting 64 live Premier League games for the 2019/20 season resumption.

Source: Sky sports June 23, 2020 11:02 UTC