Jurgen Klopp has described Timo Werner and Kai Havertz as 'great' players while explaining Liverpool's current transfer position.

Reports have suggested RB Leipzig striker Werner, who has been persistently linked with a move to Liverpool, is set to join Chelsea, although the German club's managing director Oliver Mintzlaff has denied that any agreement had been reached with the Frank Lampard's side.

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Havertz, meanwhile, has been attracting covetous glances from many top European clubs, including the Reds, but in recent days it is Bayern Munich who are said to be closing in on a deal.

Klopp told Sky Germany of his admiration for both players but explained the current market conditions is a major factor at present for the Premier League champions elect - as it is for many clubs across the continent.

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