Antonio Rudiger confirms he rejected Barcelona move

Antonio Rudiger has claimed that he turned down a transfer to Barcelona in an effort to be a part of the Bernabeu.

Rudiger’s five-year keep at Chelsea will formally finish on July 1, with the Germany worldwide set to depart on a free switch when his contract expires.

Talking at his official unveiling as a Actual Madrid participant, Rudiger mentioned:

“The primary time I bought involved, not likely me, my agent, was early September. The second time, I spoke with Mr. Ancelotti, was in April. That was crucial second,” Rudiger advised the press.

“That was once I made my selection. I needed to play for this membership below him. There was curiosity from Barcelona however I advised my brother, it is Actual or nothing.”

Since becoming a member of Chelsea for £31.5 million from Roma in 2017, Rudiger has scored 12 objectives and given seven assists in 202 appearances for the west London aspect.

At Stamford Bridge, the previous Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart participant gained a number of titles, together with the Champions League, FA Cup, Membership World Cup, Europa League, and UEFA Tremendous Cup.