Chelsea legend reacts over Rudiger’s link to Real Madrid

Chelsea legend, Frank Leboeuf has reacted to the impending departure of Antonio Rudiger from the club to Spanish side Real Madrid.

Leboeuf made this known while expressing that he is saddened to hear that the Germany international will leave Chelsea at the end of this season.

The German defender is leaving Chelsea on a free transfer after his contract expires at the end of the season.

The centre-back is keen to join Real Madrid and Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that he would exit the West London club this summer.

Speaking on the development, Leboeuf told ESPN: “A big one. And in fact since Tuchel signed for the club, we discovered a new Rudiger and because of him he made him indispensable and he’s been absolutely fantastic.

“He’s been a warrior outside and on the field, but I was told also in the dressing room. Fantastic player, fantastic man.”

“I even saw him screaming at N’Golo Kante. Nobody wants to scream at N’Golo Kante, he is perfect, he does everything perfectly! But that is not enough for Rudiger. I love Antonio Rudiger.

“He’s had a great time in the past year-and-a-half, helped Chelsea win the Champions League and he’s at the end of his contract. He’s aging and he has the right to choose his future. I will be sad, because he’s an important person.”