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Rudiger is keen to assess his options before making a decision over his
future, but remaining at Chelsea beyond the end of this season remains a
possibility.
Rudiger's contract expires at the end of the season and his representatives
are not currently in talks with Chelsea over an extension.
Discussions between the parties did take place earlier this season but the
defender is keeping his options open, with foreign clubs able to approach
him from January onwards.
However, Rudiger remains committed to Chelsea and a decision to renew his
deal at Stamford Bridge has not been ruled out.
Sky Sports News has been told that up to six of Europe's top clubs are ready
to offer the 28-year-old a contract in January ahead of signing him on a
free transfer when his Chelsea deal expires next summer.
One of those clubs is reported to be Bayern Munich, and Rudiger said earlier
this month he was "honoured" at their interest, before adding he "feels
good" at Chelsea.
SSN reported last month that the Blues will have to make Rudiger one of
their highest-paid players if they are to stand a chance of keeping him at
Stamford Bridge.
The Germany international has previously said he will not rush a decision
over his future as it will be the "most important" of his career.
Rudiger has been a key player for Chelsea since Thomas Tuchel's arrival in
January, and played in every minute of their run through the Champions
League knockout stages last season, culminating in victory over Manchester
City in the final.
Tuchel said earlier this season that he was relaxed over Rudiger's
situation, adding his countryman had "not many reasons" to leave Chelsea.
Rudiger looked to be on his way out of the club 12 months ago after falling
out of favour under Frank Lampard, but turned down a proposed loan deal away
from the club and has since re-established himself under Tuchel.
He has played every minute of Chelsea's season so far, with the exception of
their Carabao Cup win over Aston Villa, for which he was rested.
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