BUNDESLIGA - Bayern enter Rudiger race

22.09.2021 15:30 of  A.S. TransferMarketWeb   see readings
BUNDESLIGA - Bayern enter Rudiger race
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Bayern Munich are the latest club to express an interest in Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger, reports Bild.

The 28-year-old Germany international is yet to secure his long-term future at Stamford Bridge and could leave on a free transfer next summer when his contract expires.

It’s claimed Bayern have been in contact with Rudiger’s representatives but have been informed the centre-back would prefer to stay at Chelsea.

Manager Thomas Tuchel wants to keep Rudiger but his failure to reach an agreement with Chelsea is giving his suitors hope of striking a deal. 

Tuchel praised the coveted central defender in the highest tones: “I can only say that he has been playing excellently and, above all, consistently for a long time. I experience him very calmly and very focused.

It's not a distraction for him. We have to give the things the time they need. I think Toni feels comfortable here and feels the respect of his teammates. He feels the love of the fans and he's in the best league in the world with a big club. So there are really few reasons to change anything. "