Antonio Rudiger has recently become the subject of transfer speculation after he was spotted with Fernando Hierro, the current sporting director of Saudi club Al Nassr.
The meeting has raised questions about whether the Real Madrid defender is considering a move to the Saudi Pro League.
Hierro, a former Real Madrid legend himself, is now helping build Al Nassr’s squad. So when he was seen meeting with Rudiger, it naturally led to talks about a possible deal in the future.
Although Rudiger’s current contract with Los Blancos runs until 2026, the meeting has added fuel to the idea that he could be tempted by a new challenge in Saudi Arabia.
Interestingly, this meeting comes days after we reported that the has rejected a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
Real Madrid leave the door open
For their part, Real Madrid are calm about the situation. The club’s position is clear—Rudiger will decide his own future.
If the German defender chooses to leave before his contract ends, the club would not stop him, but they would expect a suitable offer.
Antonio Rudiger avec le directeur sportif d’Al Nassr, Fernando Hierro aujourd’hui.
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His departure would also mean that the club would likely need to find a solid replacement in the same position, something that Real Madrid are planning anway.
That said, any potential transfer would not be simple. The Madrid board would carefully consider all options before moving forward, as they are not in a rush and are not pushing the player out.
Rudiger focused on Real Madrid
Despite the speculation, reports suggest that Rudiger has no intention of leaving the Santiago Bernabeu any time soon.
He is currently focused on recovering from his injury and preparing for the new season. With the Club World Cup and La Liga fixtures ahead, the German centre-back wants to be in top shape to help the team.
Even with the recent arrival of young talent Dean Huijsen, Rudiger is confident that he will remain a key part of the squad.
For now, it seems Rudiger is staying put, focused on football and determined to play a big role in Real Madrid’s plans moving forward.