Did Rudiger leave Chelsea?

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Antonio Rudiger will leave Chelsea in the summer. The defender, who is approaching the end of his contract, has been linked with Real Madrid, Manchester United and PSG, while his agent met with Barcelona officials last month over a potential summer move to the Nou Camp.

Why Rudiger wants to leave Chelsea?

The uncertainty around the club's ownership has been a major factor in Rudiger's decision to leave. The club are working closely with the UK government to organise the sale of the club after current owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned, but the confusion has resulted in Rudiger wanting to leave.

Is Rudiger going to Real Madrid?

And now, on Thursday morning, news has broken that Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger will sign his contract with Madrid in the coming days. The German will become a free agent at the end of this season and will sign a deal until the summer of 2026.

Is thomas Tuchel leaving Chelsea?

However there is optimism that a sale could go through soon, with potential bidders given until Friday to submit proposals, and interested parties will no doubt be encouraged to hear that Tuchel has no plans to leave at the moment. “There's no doubt I stay until the end of the season,” the Chelsea manager said.

Who is leaving Chelsea?

Antonio Rudiger Makes Final Decision Over Chelsea Future

The 29-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and prior to the sanctioning of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, no deal had been agreed over an extension for the Germany international.

How many players are leaving Chelsea this summer?

Chelsea are set to lose five players this summer as Roman Abramovich sanctions end hopes of securing new contracts with Antionio Rudiger, Cesar Azplicueta and Andreas Christensen all available on free transfers. Chelsea look set for a summer exodus as a handful of first team players appear destined for the exit.

Does Ross Barkley have Nigerian roots?

Early life. Barkley was born in Liverpool, Merseyside. He is of Nigerian descent through his father and bears his mother's maiden name instead of his father's name, Effanga. He joined Everton as an 11-year-old and played for the club's youth teams.

Do Chelsea players still get paid?

The government licence issued yesterday allows Chelsea to continue to pay the players and staff at the club - however, Maguire says there will be uncertainty about how much there is in the club accounts.

Which Chelsea players are out of contract at the end of the season?

Chelsea players out of contract

The most pressing issue for Chelsea is that they have three defenders out of contract at the end of June in Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta.

Will Chelsea players be paid?

The government will strive to ensure he cannot make any more money from the club. Chelsea have been given special dispensation to continue operation due to the club's important role in sport and society. Players and staff will continue to be paid, but the club cannot now sell additional tickets to those already sold.