FC Bayern was not an issue for Rüdiger: “Only Real Madrid or Chelsea”

Contact was “amazing”

Antonio Rüdiger, who switched from Chelsea to Real Madrid, apparently never seriously considered a transfer to Bayern. In an interview with the Spanish newspaper “Marca” The 29-year-old did not explicitly mention the German record champions, but said: “There have been many discussions during this time, but if I’m honest, I only considered Madrid or Chelsea.”

The central defender, who is also set for the DFB, emphasized: “Real Madrid’s winning mentality suits my character.” The defensive man joins the newly crowned Champions League winner on a free transfer. His presentation is scheduled to take place in Madrid on Monday 20 June at 12 noon. According to reports, Rüdiger’s commitment to Real came about on the second attempt after the first had failed at the end of 2021.

Rüdiger and Süle will be there from July 1, 2022: The most valuable free transfers

12 I Niklas Süle I 2022 I Market value: €35 million

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From Bayern Munich to BVB

12 I Antonio Rüdiger I 2022 I Market value: €35 million

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From Chelsea to Real Madrid

12 | Andreas Christensen | 2022 | Market value: €35 million

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Leaves Chelsea – destination unknown

12 I Hakan Calhanoglu I 2021 I Market value: €35 million

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From AC to Inter Milan

12 | Adrien Rabiot | 2019 | Market value: €35 million

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From Paris Saint Germain to Juventus

12 | Michael Ballac | 2006 | Market value: €35 million

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From FC Bayern Munich to FC Chelsea

8 | Paulo Dybala | 2022 | Market value: €40 million

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Leaves Juventus – destination unknown

8 | Aaron Ramsey | 2019 | Market value: €40 million

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From Arsenal FC to Juventus Turin

8 | Leon Goretzka | 2018 | Market value: €40 million

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From FC Schalke 04 to FC Bayern Munich

8 | Stefan de Vrij | 2018 | Market value: €40 million

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From Lazio Rome to Inter Milan

6 I Franck Kessie | 2022 | Market value: €45 million

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Leaves AC Milan – destination unknown

6 I Memphis Depay I 2021 I Market value: €45 million

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From Olympique Lyon to FC Barcelona

5 | Robert Lewandowski | 2014 | Market value: €50 million

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From Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich

3 | Paul Pogba | 2022 | Market value: €55 million

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Leaves Man United – destination unknown

3 | David Alaba | 2021 | Market value: €55 million

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From Bayern Munich to Real Madrid

2 | Gianluigi Donnarumma | 2021 | Market value: €60 million

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From AC Milan to Paris Saint Germain

1 | Lionel Messi | 2021 | Market value: €80 million

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From FC Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain

Rüdiger, who has become the most valuable free transfer in Chelsea history, allegedly collects around 9 million euros net per season and 8 million euros in signing bonuses after his signature, which brings him a total of 11 million euros a year or 44 million euros in total should – 11 million less than the salary originally demanded by the professional. The (consultant) commissions associated with the transfer amount to EUR 15 million. As a result, Rüdiger’s commitment will cost Real around EUR 59 million until the end of his contract, according to “Marca”.

Real Madrid contacted Rüdiger in the fall: “It was like… wow!”

Rüdiger revealed that he was contacted by Real for the first time “in September or October” last year: “When Madrid first got in touch … imagine that. It was like… wow! A club like this doesn’t call you often, it was incredible. “The change is “a big step” for him. “Probably the greatest of my career.” He was “very motivated” and couldn’t wait for the first game at the Bernabéu.

Rüdiger was also asked about the match between Germany and Spain on November 27 in the World Cup group stage in Qatar. “Now that I’m going to Spain, I’m looking forward to it even more,” said Rüdiger. “If you want to win the World Cup, you have to beat the best. And Spain is one of the best teams.” The last game against the Spaniards (0:6) was “very painful”.

Kroos extends the lead: German professionals at Real Madrid

Christoph Metzelder | 2007-2010 | 31 games | 0 goals

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Walter Rositzky (4 games in the 1913/14 season) without picture
As of June 9, 2022

Bernd Schuster | 1988-1990 | 88 Games | 16 goals

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Paul Breitner 1974-1977 | 100 games | 10 goals

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Günter Netzer | 1973-1976 | 100 games | 13 goals

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Bodo Illgner | 1996-2001 | 119 Games | 0 goals

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Mesut Ozil | 2010-2013 | 159 Games | 27 goals

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Sami Khedira | 2010-2015 | 161 Games | 9 goals

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Uli Stielike | 1977-1985 | 308 Games | 50 goals

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Toni Kroos | since 2014 | 364 Games | 25 goals

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