Manchester United have been told Antonio Rudiger will not want to make the move to Old Trafford, despite being linked with a transfer.
Rudiger’s contract at Chelsea is set to expire at the end of the season, leading to the German defender being linked with a move over the next few months.
With the January transfer window opening in just over a week’s time, Rudiger will be free to enter pre-contract talks with any clubs across Europe as he weighs up his options.
According to football.london, Chelsea are pursuing a new deal for the 28-year-old, who has been a regular for Thomas Tuchel since he arrived as manager – although the Blues are also wary of paying over the odds for a player approaching his 30s.
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