'Their winning mentality goes with my character': Antonio Rudiger confident he can prosper with Real Madrid after move from Chelsea as he reveals how Carlo Ancelotti convinced him to sign for the European champions

Antonio Rudiger believes his character suits the winning mentality of Real Madrid and revealed he has spoken to manager Carlo Ancelotti about the club's ambition.

The Germany defender, 29, left Chelsea to sign a four-year contract with the European champions last month and has spoken about his move for the first time.

Asked in an interview with Spanish newspaper Marca about whether he could handle the weight of expectation at the Bernabeu, he said: 'Yes, it's pressure, but it is the history of Real Madrid.

Antonio Rudiger has spoken about his move to Real Madrid and believes he has the strength of character required to succeed at the Bernabeu after joining from Chelsea

Rudiger has spoken to the Spanish media for the first time since making his move last month

'They are used to winning and the mentality is that: to win.