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Rudiger on the start, Real on pole

Looking for a defensive reinforcement for next season, Real Madrid have just made an offer for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger. Goal is able to confirm that the latter will not continue his journey with the Blues. The uncertainty concerning the future of the London club, with questions relating to the succession of Roman Abramovich, convinced him to change air. However, he could have become the highest paid player in the squad.

The Spanish capital club had been watching the Germany international for months but were put off by his high salary demands. However, the player’s agent has lowered his demands and everything now points to a deal, according to Marca reports.

Rudiger, one of Ancelotti’s priorities

Carlo Ancelotti met Florentino Perez last Friday to ask for new blood. He’s happy with his team’s performance this season, but he sees improvements and more competition needed to stay competitive.

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One of the players he has requested is therefore the Chelsea defender, whose contract ends on June 30. The latter could launch an exodus of players from the side of Stamford Bridge because of the financial problems facing the London club.

Ancelotti believes that if his options in central defense are strong, they could be even better. Besides, Rudiger’s arrival could allow David Alaba to be moved to the left-back position. In this position of side, the Italian technician is not really satisfied with the performance of Ferland Mendy and even less with that of aging Marcelo.

On this issue, Real could still come up against fierce competition. Manchester United and Barcelona would also have Rudiger in their sights.

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