German defender Antonio Rudiger said, on Monday, that Carlo Ancelotti was instrumental in for him decision to me join Real Madrid from Chelsea this summer.
Rudiger moved to Santiago Bernabeu on Free transfer after choosing not to extend his contract with Chelsea. The 29-year-old defender signed a four-year-old deal with Spanish and European champions.
Rudiger, speaking at his introduction ceremony at the club’s Training Ground in Valdebebas said made for him decision in April, after a conversation with Italian coach.
“The first The time you got in The contact, not really me, and my agent, was early September. The second time, I spoke with Mr. Ancelotti, that was it in April, Rudiger said.
“That was the most important moment to talk with Mr. Ancelotti. That was when you made My choice, me wanted to me play for this is club under it.
He said wanted I trust in Mine abilitiesI could be very useful to team, and that’s enough for my age. in the end of Today, it’s Mr. Ancelotti. always you know In Madrid, nothing is guaranteed. You have to fight for for you place. I’m ready to do that.”
as well as turning down The chance By staying at Chelsea, Rudiger said he was there also benefit in him from Barcelona. “There was interest from Barcelona but I was told by my brother,” Rudiger said.
The German will compete with Eder Militao and David Alaba for spot in central madrid defense next season, even though Ancelotti could have also switch To the back three in defense To accommodate an impressive triple of options.
‘stacked’
after departures of Sergio Ramos and Raphael Varane last yearMilitao and Alaba formed a wonderful partnership, which became an essential part of Madrid success last term.
‘Real Madrid is stacked up with very very good players also in Rudiger said.
“But I am confidently looking forward to getting into this. What am I bringing? Competition, which is healthy for Everyone. Keeping everyone going while I’m looking forward to me challenge. “
Rudiger became known at Chelsea for His fighting style and dynamic performances in Premier League. Pledge to be a leader in Real Madrid dressing room.
“With me, you never know what are you expecting off dirty. I like For laughs, I like Rudiger said.
“But on I’m serious. Me, no like Flirting. I hope what I can offer is fighting spirit and leadership. Rome was not built in day. I have to come here and adapt and speak Spanish. I will best. “
Asked if there were any Real Madrid defenders he particularly admired, Rudiger said: “There was a lot of Top center back but one I loved it so much it was Baby. Apparently off Pitch a very nice person, but on stadium, a monster. I like That is, Rudiger said.
Was Rudiger on The stadium scored a goal, as Chelsea advanced 3-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu in April only for Real Madrid withdraw off Great comeback to reach the Champions League semifinals.
“It was a very hot night, it was mine first “The time is at the Bernabeu,” Rudiger said. What did Real Madrid do? last year in Champions League, that was… I don’t know how To describe it, unbelievable.”
Madrid beat Liverpool 1-0 in The final in Paris to raise club14 European Cup.
“In the finalI knew I would be Real Madrid player And I was rooting for them, ‘Rüdiger added. I lost two finals against Liverpool with Mine former team So I was very happy that Real beat them.”
