Former Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger revealed that a conversation with Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti was the most important moment behind his decision to join the club. Rudiger left the London club at the end of his contract and agreed on a deal with the European Champion after months of speculation. Rudiger was one of the best defenders for Chelsea last season.
“Yes, there was interest from Barcelona. But I told my brother [and agent] it was Real or nothing,” he said in his unveiling at Real Madrid,” Antonio Rudiger said. “The first time there was contact it wasn’t really myself, it was my agent. That was in September last year. The second time, when I spoke directly with Mr [Carlo] Ancelotti, was in April. That was the most important moment. That was when I made my choice.”
“To be honest, it was easy. By that time nothing was clear. And even if there would be something that would be clear, even if I would end up signing and coming here, it is important to be professional and at the time my objective was to knock Madrid out,” he added. “Unfortunately we could not. But for me, it was easy to maintain my concentration. What Madrid did last year in the Champions League, I don’t know how to describe it. It was incredible… When you come to a big, massive club it’s important, but I try to enjoy the pressure. I see myself as lucky to be here.”
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