Antonio Rudiger opens up on his Chelsea team-mates ahead of his Stamford Bridge exit - as the German lists 'humble' N'Golo Kante and 'elite' Mason Mount among Blues players that were like 'brothers'

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has opened up about his Blues team-mates N'Golo Kante and Mason Mount after the German confirmed his departure in a lengthy statement on Friday.

The 29-year-old released a message to Chelsea fans thanking them for support and gave an account of his favourite memories, and people, throughout his tenure in West London.

The defender was full of praise for 'humble' Kante and 'elite' Mount - as well as referencing a tight bond between players such as Hakim Ziyech, Romelu Lukaku and more.

Antonio Rudiger has opened up on his Chelsea team-mates ahead of his summer exit

Rudiger has been impressed with Mason Mount and claims he has an 'elite mentality'

Speaking to The Players' Tribune, Rudiger said: 'Before I came to Chelsea, I had heard all the beautiful stories about him [Kante].