Former Manchester United star Gary Pallister has advised the Red Devils to snap Antonio Rudiger up on a free transfer from Chelsea in the summer. Rudiger has established himself as a key player for the Blues under Thomas Tuchel. The Germany international helped the London giants to UEFA Champions League glory last term.
He also played a key role in the team's Club World Cup triumph in the United Arab Emirates. However, the centre-back looks poised to leave Chelsea at the end of the season, along with the likes of Cesar Azpilicueta and Andreas Christensen. Rudiger has less than four months remaining on his contract with Tuchel's side and there is no suggestion that he will extend his deal.
Pallister has now urged his former employers Manchester United to take advantage of Rudiger's contract situation and sign him on a free transfer. The ex-defender, though, is hopeful the Red Devils will not sell Harry Maguire. He told BoyleSports [via The Metro ]:
"You can’t have enough quality players in your squad. You’ve seen that with [Manchester] City, Chelsea and Liverpool. Liverpool have just gone out and bought [Luis] Diaz and we thought ‘wow, where do you fit him in. If Rudiger became available on a free and he became interested in Man United, I’m sure they’d look at that."
"I wouldn’t be looking to sell Maguire but if you can add quality like Rudiger, add quality. He’s a no- nonsense defender and showed he’s got quality on the ball and to get him on a free would be good business."
Rudiger has played 40 matches across all competitions for Chelsea so far this season. He has scored three goals and provided four assists in the process. Maguire has made 30 appearances for Manchester United this campaign.
While he has
two goals to his name, he has often been the
subject of severe criticism from fans and pundits
for his performances this term.
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