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Chelsea Interested in Antonio Rüdiger Free Agent Signing

Former Chelsea defender Antonio Rüdiger is attracting interest from his old club as the next season approaches. Chelsea aims to capitalize on uncertainty surrounding the German’s future at Real Madrid.

Rüdiger's Contract Situation

Rüdiger is currently contracted with Real Madrid until summer 2026. Negotiations for a contract extension have been ongoing but remain inconclusive at this time.

Competition from Other Clubs

Several clubs worldwide, especially from the Saudi Pro League, have reportedly shown interest in securing Rüdiger's services once he becomes a free agent.

Chelsea's Monitoring
According to Marca, "Chelsea are closely watching the contract talks between Rüdiger and the Santiago Bernabéu management."

The Blues are eager to strengthen their central defense and see re-signing Rüdiger as a valuable reinforcement for next summer.

Summary: Chelsea is keenly observing Rüdiger’s contract talks as they prepare to potentially bring back the experienced defender on a free transfer in 2026.

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