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'He's a beast' - Rudiger lauds Lukaku's talent ahead of £98m Chelsea transfer

Ahead of his high-profile move, the Blues defender has praised the club's newest signing for his physicality and scoring ability

Antonio Rudiger has declared his admiration for Chelsea's imminent £98 million ($136m) arrival Romelu Lukaku ahead of the UEFA Super Cup with Villarreal.

The club-record transfer threatens to overshadow the annual European showcase match that pits the Champions League winners against the Europa League champions.

The 28-year-old striker's transfer will soon be officially announced after he had his medical in Milan before flying in to complete the deal.

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