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Antonio Rudiger: Germany defender joins Real Madrid from Chelsea on free transfer

Antonio Rudiger has completed his move to Real Madrid from Chelsea on a free transfer, signing a four-year deal.

The Germany international, 29, has joined the new Spanish and European champions after rejecting Chelsea attempts to extend his contract.

He made 203 appearances and scored 12 goals for the Blues, winning the FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League, Uefa Super Cup and Club World Cup.

Chelsea described Rudiger as "as one of the most passionate characters to represent the club in recent memory".

Rudiger, who also spoke to Bayern Munich, was offered a contract worth more than £200,000 to stay at Chelsea.