Spanish Club Confident of Sealing Move for Antonio Rudiger As Chelsea Defender Lowers Wage Demands

• Antonio Rudiger could be playing at Real Madrid next season as the Spanish giants are confident of signing him
• The Chelsea defender could leave the Premier League as soon as his contract lapses at the end of this campaign
• Rudiger has reportedly lowered his wage demands and that has handed Madrid a boost as other clubs also chase the Germany international

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has reportedly lowered his demands as Spanish club Real Madrid close in on signing the star, SunSport reports.

Rudiger’s future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain as his contract with the Blues lapses at the end of the season. He has failed to sign an extension with the club.

Quite a number of top European clubs are on the trail of the 29-year-old defender who has really stepped up his game in the last year.

Real Madrid have been finding it difficult to seal a deal for the German international due to his outlandish financial demands.

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Spanish outlet Marca now reports that the 29-year-old has considered accepting the figures in line with the wage structure at the Santiago Bernabeu.

That has now increased the chances of Real Madrid who are competing with the likes of Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Juventus, and La Liga rivals Barcelona for the his signature.

Further reports claim that Carlo Ancelotti is desperate to land Rudiger in the Spanish capital believing he would help toughen the squad’s backline.

Although Ancelotti is said to have confidence in Eder Militao, Nacho, and David Alaba, he believes Rudiger’s arrival will solidify his team’s defence.

Rudiger’s arrival would also allow David Alaba to move to the left-back, a position that has become problematic due to injury issues with Ferland Mendy and Marcelo.

Rudiger tried a ‘trivela’ in Premier League

Meanwhile, Real Madrid midfielder Antonio Rudiger ripped the internet apart on Tuesday night following his sensational pass that set up Rodrygo for their equaliser in the Champions League quarter-final second leg against Chelsea.

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The 36-year-old produced a delicious pass whipping the ball beyond the Blues’ backline to allow Rodrygo to tuck home for the hosts.

Rudiger was in action during that game at the Santiago Bernabeu and the defender tried his own ‘incredible pass’ at the Wembley Stadium on Sunday.

Mass exodus looms at Old Trafford

Sports Brief earlier reported that as many as 12 Manchester United senior players could depart the club this summer following the appointment of Erik ten Hag as the permanent manager.

Ten Hag, who is currently attached with Ajax will take charge at Old Trafford at the end of this season.

The Dutchman's arrival comes at a time United have endured a frustrating 2021/22 season that will see them end the campaign without a trophy.