Real Madrid was eliminated from the Champions League in a match that has caused numerous reactions throughout Spain. Speaking about it on Onda Cero, journalist Santi Segurola surprised with some words about Antonio Rüdiger that no one expected. Leaving aside his well-known neutral stance and avoiding controversies, he accused the German center-back of becoming a "bully".
"Rüdiger's behavior is intolerable; he has acted like a bully," Santi Segurola stated on Onda Cero. In this regard, his colleague Edu Pidal pointed out: "For a while now, we've been laughing at Rüdiger's antics, and he doesn't deserve it..."
Antonio Rüdiger, 'Problems' at Real Madrid
Antonio Rüdiger has been one of the most solid center-backs for Real Madrid in recent years. Intense, aggressive, and committed, no one disputes his performance on the field. But off it, the story is not as well-received. According to internal sources from the locker room, certain behaviors don't quite fit within the club's discipline... And some are starting to raise an eyebrow at some attitudes that don't align with Madrid's classic style.
Rüdiger's character is strong, at times indomitable. Heavy jokes during training, defiant gestures even during matches, and a leadership style that not everyone at Valdebebas interprets as positive. It's not an open fracture, but rather a growing murmur. Some say he sometimes crosses the line between intensity and provocation, something that, while fitting in certain contexts, doesn't always add up in a locker room that demands balance: especially when the pressure is on.
Recently, he had a dispute with Bellingham that almost came to blows. Despite his importance at Real Madrid, Antonio Rüdiger is under scrutiny, and no one can assure his future. Various media outlets are already pointing at him, to the extent that Santi Segurola has called him a "bully".
New Conditions for Rüdiger's Renewal
Madrid is willing to offer the German a contract until 2028, but with a small surprise. Instead of being guaranteed for the entire period, he would have to meet a series of conditions. Initially, he would sign until 2027, and it could be extended by one more year if he plays a minimum number of matches or minutes.
Antonio Rüdiger is a key piece in Madrid's defense, and the idea is for him to continue; no one doubts that. The main point of friction lies in the duration of his contract. It is well known that Florentino, once players are over 30, doesn't want to commit to long-term contracts and prefers to go year by year, minimizing risk.
Madrid is clear: the ideal proposal for 'El Loco' Rüdiger would be to officially renew him until 2027. After that, his continuity would depend on his performances and matches with the first team. By 2028, the German defender would be 35 years old, an age that would allow him to seek one last big paycheck outside of Europe.