Manchester United want to sign Antonio Rudiger?

Manchester United have emerged as surprise contenders to sign Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger next summer.

The German is about to enter the final six months of his Blues contract, and has no plans of negotiating an extension.

He is currently on wages of around £100,000-a-week, and reports claim that he is eyeing at least four times the figure.

According to Sky Germany, Rudiger sees his future away from the Blues, who are reluctant to come close to his demands.

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are lining up contract offers in January, but the centre-back may wait until the summer.

United have now emerged as shock contenders for the defender, who could be open to staying in the Premier League next term.

The Red Devils signed Raphael Varane from Real Madrid over the summer, but the Frenchman has yet to make a mark amid injuries.

He remains a key part of the future. Rudiger is being eyed as a potential defensive partner for the World Cup winner next term.