Chelsea could lose German star for free

Chelsea are running out of time to convince Antonio Rudiger to sign a new contract, according to Foot Mercato.

The Germany international has eight months remaining on his existing deal, and there has been no breakthrough in the contract negotiations.

The centre-back is eyeing a salary of £200,000-a-week, but the Blues' hierarchy have refused to offer more than £150,000 weekly.

Neither are willing to change their positions at the moment, and this could pave the way for Rudiger's exit at the end of the campaign.

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are keen on landing his services, and they are ready to negotiate pre-contracts as early as January.

Rudiger has been made aware of the same through his representative, and the Blues are running out of time to convince him to stay put.

The 28-year-old reportedly feels good at the west London club, but he won't lower his demands as it could be his final big-money contract.