Barcelona executives continue to monitor the market for players whose contracts expire at the end of the season. The Catalans have managed to secure the card of Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessié in this way, but apparently do not intend to stop here. Another well-rumored name that meets this condition is that of Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger.
The financial demands of the latter are considered high by Barcelona, but the club leaders do not intend to give up. Rudiger is asking for 7 million euros net per season, plus a bonus for signing a new contract. However, the Spaniards will meet again with the defense's agent to discuss a possible deal.
coach Xavi Hernandez Rudiger likes the physical and technical abilities a lot, but it is still unknown how much Barcelona will be willing to sacrifice to bring the defender to the Camp Nou. Moreover, the Catalans have at their disposal the Uruguayan Araujo, who covers the same position as Rudiger. Chelsea's problems make it almost impossible for the latter to continue to be part of Tuchel's team. Despite this, the player has not yet found a convincing offer.
Rudiger's orientation from Barcelona has come as a result of declining interest in his card, from other clubs. Among them we can mention Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Juventus, who are all pursuing other alternatives in terms of defense.
Chelsea's shocking 4-1 loss to Brentford has not been well received by club fans and coach Tuchel. However, the only goal for the blues was unusually scored by Rudiger. The defender celebrated the goal and appeared quite happy on the field, but despite this, his main desire continues to be a new adventure in Europe.
