Saudi Arabia back in the picture as Real Madrid take their time on Rüdiger contract extension
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
Real Madrid and Antonio Rüdiger continue to weigh all their options. The defender's contract is set to expire on June 30, and his future at the Bernabéu remains shrouded in uncertainty.
According to AS, it's not about his level of play or commitment—no one at the club doubts those qualities. The main issue is whether the German is physically ready to handle the relentless pace of La Liga and the Champions League. For players over 32, this scenario has become standard at Real: every season, the club assesses their physical condition and extends contracts if necessary.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is back in the mix. Just like last summer, Rüdiger is being tempted with enticing offers: a simple "yes" would land a massive contract on the table. The center-back remains one of the top targets for the Saudi Pro League, which has been trying to lure him for two years now.
