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Real Madrid confirm Antonio Rudiger signing on a free transfer after Chelsea deal expired

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Antonio Rudiger on a free transfer after the defender's contract at Chelsea expired.

The German said: 'I'm proud to announce that I'll be joining Real Madrid. I'm super excited for all the challenges ahead and can't wait to play my first games for this huge club.'

It is reported the 29-year-old has signed a four-year deal at the Bernabeu until the summer of 2026.

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Antonio Rudiger after his deal expired at Chelsea
The 29-year-old said his goodbyes to the Stamford Bridge crowd on the final day of the season

Rudiger won the Champions League last season having been brought back into the side by Thomas Tuchel following the sacking of Frank Lampard.