Overview
- Antonio Rüdiger’s Real Madrid deal runs to summer 2026, allowing him to sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from January 1, according to the reports.
- Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Galatasaray are cited by AS and German outlets as clubs interested in a free transfer for the Germany international.
- Saudi clubs Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal are also linked as financially attractive possibilities, though such interest is reported rather than confirmed.
- Spanish and German reporting suggests Real Madrid are planning for alternatives in defense, with Nico Schlotterbeck mentioned as a potential target.
- With Militao sidelined and young center-backs Raúl Asencio and Dean Huijsen inconsistent, outlets say a winter exit for Rüdiger is improbable and a decision is more likely in the summer.