< source media = "(min-width: 375px)" srcset = "https://le10static.com/img/cache/article/688x387/0000/0019/194464.webp 2x" type = "image/webp"> Posted on 26 October 2021 at 9:10 am by Th.B. While Real Madrid could have put a spoke in the wheels of PSG in the race for the signature of the defender of Chelsea, the financial demands of the German would have caused the withdrawal of the club merengue. Sporting director of PSG , Leonardo seems to be off to a good start once again to take advantage of the great opportunities present on the free agent market during the next summer transfer window. In the offseason, the Brazilian manager has signed as many as four contract-free players and it may well be that Leonardo puts the lid on at the end of the season. Moreover, several names are already linked to PSG such as Paul Pogba and Antonio Rüdiger , both respectively linked at Manchester United and Chelsea until June 30th. And as far as Rüdiger is concerned, the interest of PSG would have given way to discussions according to information released by journalist Gianluca Di Marzio for Wettfreunde. “Rüdiger is in talks with PSG, who are looking for a defender.” Rüdiger's salary demands would force Real Madrid to withdraw from the race In recent times he has There was talk of potential competition from Real Madrid in the race for the signing of Antonio Rüdiger. However, according to information from Cadena SER, his salary claims which would amount to 12M € per year would definitely move him away from La Liga where a salary cap is established and where Real Madrid should not offer him such income. However, the door to France, Germany or some other challenge in England would still be open. PSG would therefore see a competitor withdraw and have a good card to play. Skip back to main navigation