Football rumours: Real Madrid favoured as Antonio Rudiger’s next destination

A path away from Stamford Bridge has started to emerge for Germany centre-back *Antonio Rudiger*, according to the Guardian. The paper says Real Madrid are now favourites to sign the Chelsea defender on a free in the summer. The 28-year-old was crucial in the Blues’ run to Champions League glory last season but the club have yet to make progress on a new deal.