FC Bayern has been repeatedly associated with a commitment of Antonio Rüdiger in recent months. Recently, reports made the rounds, according to which the Munich have made a "last-minute attempt" to sign the DFB star. However, this came too late.
Rüdiger will leave Chelsea at the end of the season (free transfer). The Blues have already confirmed their departure. The 29-year-old has been linked to numerous top clubs, but has opted for Real Madrid, according to consistent media reports.
The German international was also traded at the end of last year as a possible replacement for Niklas Süle at FC Bayern. However, the interest quickly cooled down after a first contact by Bayern's Technical Director Marco Neppe, as the Munich were not willing to meet the salary requirements of the defender. In the spring, a new attempt was made, without success.
As "BILD" football boss Christian Falk reveals in his podcast "Bayern Insider", there was a rethinking of the FCB bosses in terms of Rüdiger after the CL exit against FC Villareal. Accordingly, sports director Hasan Salihamidzic has contacted his advisor and lured the central defender with a 5-year contract. However, the player side thankfully cancelled. Reason: At this time, they were already in advanced talks with Real.
In view of the rumoured figures around the Real change, it is questionable anyway whether Bayern would have been willing to make a competitive offer to the defender. According to reports, Rüdiger collects a hand money in the amount of 35 million euros. In addition, he should earn almost 7 million euros net at the royals. This amount can rise to ten million euros through bonus payments.