Antonio Rüdiger completed an exceptional 2024, affirming his status as one of the best central defenders in the world and an essential pillar of Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid. With 45 matches played in full out of the 50 played this year, the German was central to the Madrid club’s winning of five titles. Recruited at zero cost in 2022, Rüdiger took command of the defense after Éder Militão’s injury, imposing his leadership and consistency. His performances, which earned him a place in the FIFA ideal XI of the year, made him a favorite at the Bernabéu and a key player for the club’s ambitions.
A big extension?
While his contract runs until 2026, Madrid management must soon decide on its future. If Real has the habit of waiting until the last year to extend its executives, an exception could be made for the German defender, as revealed by the daily Mark. An extension until 2027 or 2028 seems possible to secure one of the pillars of the collective, a gift that the legendary Sergio Ramos did not even have the right to in his time. More than a defender, Rüdiger has become a true captain without an armband, a model of rigor and professionalism who inspires both on and off the field.
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To summarize
To secure the future of Antonio Rüdiger, Real Madrid would be ready to go against one of its principles.
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