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Chelsea aim to start contract talks with Antonio Rudiger before Euro 2020 to avoid allowing defender to enter final year of his deal at Stamford Bridge with Thomas Tuchel keen to keep him

Chelsea risk allowing key defender Antonio Rudiger enter the final year of his contract amid growing uncertainty over his future.

The Germany international has become one of Tuchel's most integral players since the head coach's arrival in January, helping the club back into the top four with a host of excellent displays in the heart of Chelsea's defence.

Tuchel has overseen 12 games since his appointment, notching 10 clean sheets in the process - Rudiger has started in eight of those games.

Chelsea risk allowing key defender Antonio Rudiger enter the final year of his contract
The Germany international has become one of Thomas Tuchel's most integral players

In fact, from his 20 appearances for the Blues this season - Chelsea has amassed 15 clean sheets.