The injuries in the back line of Carlo Ancelotti highlighted the importance of Rudiger even more in the ranks of blanks this season. EDER Militao and Dani Carvajal being both absent for the rest of the season due to injuries to the long -term anterior cruciate, Rudiger has assumed even greater responsibility. The former Chelsea star is the undisputed defense leader at four in Ancelotti, his experience being essential to set up a defensive withdrawal unit.
The rise of Raul Asencio was considerably facilitated by his presence, the campaign veteran also facilitating the passage of Aurelien Tchouameni from the midfielder to the defensive coverage in 2025. According to the reports of Revo, the Saudi Pro League is very interested in an offer for Rudiger, in parallel to his wider desire to sign Vinicius Junior in the Middle East.
Despite speculations on the future of Vinicius beyond June, Rudiger's position seems to be clearer at this stage, his current contract running until June 2026. The 32-year-old player remains fully determined to complete his current contract until the end of next season and he will not try to break it before this date.
The financial power of Saudi Arabia is not sufficient to break its link with Real Madrid, but the situation could change next summer.
Lukeba envisaged
According to some rumors, Real Madrid would be open to a 12 -month renewal – in accordance with its infamous policy on players aged 30 and over – but that would not include a salary corresponding to that proposed in Saudi Arabia.
Ancelotti can be reassured about maintaining Rudiger for an additional year in Madrid, but his next step remains undecided with a new central defender on the agenda this summer, the RB Leipzig star, Castello Lukeba, remaining an option if an agreement can be concluded with his current team.
