Antonio Rudiger’s Real Madrid contract expires in the summer. Liverpool and Manchester United now sense an opportunity to bring him back to England.

The German joins Los Blancos after his Chelsea contract expires in 2022. Since then, they have won the Champions League once and also won La Liga in the same season.

Now 33, the centre-back position is once again attracting attention, with Real Madrid yet to offer a renewal. Juventus tried to sign him after his tenure at Stamford Bridge ended. They are back in the field for the defender and are reportedly competing with Liverpool and Manchester United.

today’s tuttosport Considers Rüdiger’s future in detail.

Rudiger was seen as a major coup

The Turin newspaper believes the former AS Roma player would be a major coup for Juventus, who have Luciano Spalletti as their manager. The Italian managed Rudiger during his time at the Giallorossi and could prove vital in the transfer.

Competition from Manchester United and Liverpool ‘in recent weeks’ could scupper Juve’s plans. Both English clubs have greater financial muscle than the Bianconeri, who are attempting to negotiate a move with Rudiger’s entourage.

The Red Devils, in particular, could play a major role in the deal. That’s because Harry Maguire’s potential renewal could determine where Rudiger arrives in the summer.

The newspaper believes his new deal at Manchester United is close to coming to fruition, having held an important meeting with his agents during the international break. There is a possibility of renewal, only the length of the contract remains to be decided.

Juventus are keeping a close eye on this development, as it will help them get closer to signing Rudiger.

Deal may not make sense for Liverpool or Manchester United

If Maguire renews, the Old Trafford side will not need another experienced defender. They have young centre-backs in Ayden Haven and Lenny Yarrow, with Lisandro Martínez and Luke Shaw more than capable of playing at centre-back.

Matthijs de Ligt is injured but should return sometime in the next few months.

As far as Liverpool are concerned, Virgil van Dijk is very close. ibrahima konate could Departure in the summer but to replace him, the Reds should ideally look for a young profile. Furthermore, it is rare for a Merseyside club to sign players over the age of 30.

This is why Juve may actually have a chance to sign Rudiger this summer.

🇧🇷 Exclusive: Liverpool eyeing Vinicius Lira

⭐️ The 18-year-old is one of Santos’ top prospects
➡️ #lfc Keeping a close eye on the fullback’s development
📈 Believe he could be a more complete talent than Souza, who recently joined Tottenham
👇 More fines 👇https://t.co/N7g9P4X4iy

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 16 March 2026

In the past few months, Chelsea were in plans to sign Patrick Mercado from Independiente del Valles.

On October 7, Sports Witness Covered Claims Both the Blues and Wolves have interest in South America.

Two months earlier, the same source had reported that wolves were ahead of chelsea In the race to sign the 22-year-old.

Fast forward to February and Wednesday’s edition As Including the latest information on Chelsea when reporting Sevilla’s interest.

Chelsea will miss Mercado

The Andalusian club are also pushing the Ecuadorian international forward and have even made progress in securing his services in the winter market. However, no move was made in the last window as there were no non-EU slots vacant.

This has not stopped them from pursuing the midfielder wanted by Liam Rosenior. The newspaper now states that ‘Sevilla have beaten Chelsea and other rivals to win the race for Mercado’s signature.’

As it has now been reported the La Liga side will pay Independiente del Valles €6m for the Ecuadorian.

abc sevillaSevilla’s local newspaper supports Chelsea’s interest and then covers the latest. It has been claimed that the Spanish club have secured a pre-agreement for the player’s summer arrival.

Why is there still hope for the Blues?

However, the newspaper warns that ‘the pre-agreement comes with significant implications and conditions.’ To register the South American, Sevilla must first make changes within the club.

Since Mercado is from Ecuador, the Spanish club will have to make a non-EU slot available for him. Brazilian Marco and the Chilean pair of Alexis Sanchez and Gabriel Suazo are now in possession of it.

Maracao is in the process of obtaining a Spanish passport while Sanchez is likely to leave after this season.

Furthermore, Sevilla will need to make room in their wage bill to sign Mercado. This can be done by removing some players, which will also help them improve their financial position.

These conditions could give Chelsea time to hijack the operation from the clutches of Sevilla.