Man Utd target transfer for Chelsea star Rudiger as part of new-look defence which could leave Maguire future in doubt

MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly ‘keen to land’ Antonio Rudiger on a free from Chelsea this summer - which could cast doubt on Harry Maguire’s future.

The German defender, 28, is yet to agree a new contract with the Blues with his deal set to expire in June.

SunSport previously reported that the German star’s situation was being monitored by the Red Devils.

Now claims Ralf Rangnick is a ‘big fan’ of Rudiger and wants to bring him to Old Trafford in the summer.

And they state ‘it casts a shadow over the future of Maguire’ at United.

The skipper has endured a difficult campaign at Old Trafford after failing to hit top form following injury.

United have conceded the joint-most goals out of the Premier League’s top six and has led to many questioning whether Maguire has the ability to lead them at the top level.

They have also been linked with offering Dortmund’s Manuel Akanji a 'dream' move to England.

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Rudiger is currently focused on helping Chelsea win more silverware this term after their recent Champions League and Club World Cup successes.

He has been an ever-present for Thomas Tuchel’s side in the top-flight this term.

But both Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain also want the star - and he is aware that he could pocket around £400,000-a-week by joining them for nothing.

The Blues most recent contract offer to Rudiger is believed to have been around half of that figure.

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