Real Madrid closing in on Rudiger: the latest
Report by Nathan Gissing
Luka Modric is set to extend his stay with Real Madrid, with the agreement set to be reached soon.
Antonio Rudiger is also set to to leave Chelsea on a free transfer with Real Madrid closing in.
After Chelsea's 3-2 win at the Bernabeu, where Rudiger scored and played a brilliant game, new contacts were made.
The 29-year-old's representatives are thought to be close to reaching an agreement with Real Madrid after Rudiger lowered his salary demands, which will see his 5-year spell with the Blues come to an end.
Manchester United made the richest proposal to the German, but Rudiger wants guaranteed Champions League football.
PSG & Juventus were others interested, but fell short in agreeing a deal.