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, 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”.

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