Antonio Rudiger has announced he's joining Real Madrid on a free transfer from Chelsea.

Rudiger joins Real as his Chelsea deal expires this month.

The German said: "I'm proud to announce that I'll be joining Real Madrid. I'm super excited for all the challenges ahead and can't wait to play my first games for this huge club."

It is reported the 29-year-old has signed a four-year deal at the Bernabeu until the summer of 2026.

His contract with the LaLiga side will be worth in the region of £315,000-per-week.

He will also net a signing on fee that will take his wage significantly north of that figure.

Sources close to the deal have also indicated that Rudiger's release clause at Madrid will be €400m (£342m).

The eye-watering financial package is worth significantly more than the £230,000-per-week deal Chelsea were offering him to stay at Stamford Bridge.