Chelsea have reportedly remained in contact with the representatives of Antonio Rudiger about re-signing the Real Madrid defender next year. The club has maintained a relationship with his camp that is described as cordial since his departure. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca wanted to sign a new centre-back this summer after Levi Colwill’s ACL injury, but the club's hierarchy decided against finalising a deal due to the options still available. It is understood that Rudiger would prefer to sign a new contract at Real Madrid instead of returning to Chelsea in 2026.

Chelsea are reportedly potential transfer suitors for Real Madrid central defender Antonio Rudiger, whose contract is nearing its end. According to Marca, Chelsea have not ruled out bringing Rudiger back for a second spell. Real Madrid are willing to restart contract talks with Rudiger.

Team Talk reports on Chelsea's interest in bringing Antonio Rudiger back to the club from Real Madrid. Chelsea are planning a reunion with former centre-back Antonio Rudiger after he left for Real Madrid as a free agent in the summer of 2022. The club has reached out to Rudiger’s camp and is keen to be informed about his future as his contract at The Bernabeu runs until the summer of 2026. Chelsea have no concerns over Rudiger's recent 'difficult' behavior at Real Madrid and see him as a needed big character for Maresca's squad.

Chelsea are exploring a shock move to bring back Antonio Rudiger from Real Madrid. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market worth at 24 million euros.