San Jose Earthquakes signed 29-year-old German forward Timo Werner from RB Leipzig in a permanent deal through 2028.

The San Jose Earthquakes signed German international forward Timo Werner, 29, from RB Leipzig in a permanent transfer, securing him with a designated player contract through June 2028. The club acquired his discovery priority from Red Bull New York for $50,000 in general allocation money. Werner, a decorated attacker with multiple European and global titles, including the UEFA Champions League and FIFA Club World Cup, joins the Earthquakes after stints at Chelsea, Tottenham, and RB Leipzig. He has scored 154 goals in 451 appearances across the Bundesliga and Premier League and tallied 24 goals in 57 appearances for Germany, including World Cup and European Championship campaigns. Earthquakes coach Bruce Arena praised Werner’s experience and leadership, while Werner cited the club’s vision and facilities as key reasons for joining. The move fills an international roster spot and positions him as a central figure in the team’s attack.