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Jorginho pays tribute to 'amazing' Antonio Rudiger and says Chelsea 'will miss him' when he leaves

Jorginho has paid a glowing tribute to Antonio Rudiger and accepts that Chelsea are going to miss the defender when he leaves at the end of the season.

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed over the weekend that Rudiger will walk away from Stamford Bridge on a free transfer in the summer once his contract expires.

Sportsmail reported on Monday that the 29-year-old Germany international has agreed a four-year deal with Real Madrid.

Jorginho is disappointed to see Antonio Rudiger departing Chelsea when the season ends

Jorginho is disappointed to see Antonio Rudiger departing Chelsea when the season ends

Jorginho paid tribute to Rudiger and said the pair have had 'amazing times' together at Chelsea

And speaking about Rudiger's impending exit, midfielder Jorginho said: 'He's been here a long time so if he leaves then we're going to miss him.