With an eye on the second half of the season, Real Madrid standout Antonio Rüdiger has drawn the attention of Turkish powerhouse Galatasaray. This occurs in light of the knowledge that the Istanbul-based team has designated the German as their top priority in order to bolster their defence.
Naturally, Rüdiger’s future in the capital of Spain is now seen as rather uncertain. It’s presently unknown whether the Bernabéu management plans to extend the former Chelsea player’s contract before it expires next summer. Over the last 18 months, Rüdiger has come under growing criticism for the quality of his performances.
This week, the 32-year-old’s performance against Manchester City was particularly disappointing. If a good enough offer is made to Real Madrid in January, they could be inclined to cash in. And as said above, Galatasaray may be about to do just that.
Galatasaray looking to snap up Antonio Rüdiger
According to reports from the Turkish press this Friday, Galatasaray are closely monitoring Antonio Rüdiger’s situation. The future of the German defender at Real Madrid remains uncertain as his contract nears its end. Galatasaray are considering making a move as soon as the winter market opens, aiming to capitalise on his upcoming contract freedom to push the deal forward.
As reported by Fanatik, Antonio Rüdiger tops the list for Okan Buruk, who is impressed by his experience at the highest European level. Galatasaray are also tracking Leon Goretzka, who is also in the final stages of his contract with Bayern Munich, as part of a clear strategy to target seasoned profiles.
