SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The San Jose Earthquakes acquired forward Timo Werner from German club Red Bull Leipzig and signed him to a designated player contract through June 2028 on Thursday in one of the biggest acquisitions in the MLS club’s history.

The 29-year-old Werner, whose deal is pending receipt of his visa and international transfer certificate, also has played for Stuttgart, Chelsea and on loan to Tottenham during a decorated career in which he’s helped to hoist trophies in the Champions League, the Europa League, the UEFA Super Cup and the Club World Cup.

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