Chelsea defender Toni Rudiger will join Real Madrid at the end of his current contract, the Premier League club have announced.
The 29-year-old is leaving Stamford Bridge after five years after turning down a lucrative new deal, opting instead for the European champions on a free transfer.
A statement on Chelsea’s website read: “We bid farewell to Antonio Rudiger as he leaves Stamford Bridge with Chelsea’s expiring contract, ending his five trophy-filled years with the club.
“The German defender has left the Blues to join Real Madrid after being a big part of our successes in recent seasons.
“Rudiger won the FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup with Chelsea and played a crucial role in all of those triumphs at the heart of our defence.”
The Germany international said on Instagram: “I am proud to announce that I will be joining @RealMadrid.
“I’m really looking forward to all the challenges that lie ahead and can’t wait to play my first games for this huge club.”
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