Rudiger finally reacted to Fa cup final defeat, as £54 million winger confirms he wants to be a Chelsea player in summer
Following the defeat to Leicester City in the FA Cup final, Chelsea defender, Antonio Rudiger has expressed his disappointment.
While Chelsea was tipped as a favourite to win the trophy they however lost to the Foxes in a 1-0 scoreline.
Leicester City won the FA Cup final following Youri Tielemans’ stunning long-range strike.
Chelsea could have had an equalizer from Ben Chilwell but his effort was ruled out by the VAR.
Reacting to the defeat, Rudiger stressed that it would have been better for the Blues to have exited the competition at the knockout stage.
He however went on to threaten that the Blues will bounce back in their next games.
In a post on his verified Facebook page, the German defender vowed that Chelsea would fight back in their next matches.
Rudiger wrote: “Losing a cup final feels more disappointing than being knocked out in an early round to be honest but this game won’t ruin the self confidence we’ve gained during the last months.
“Only one way: Chin up and fight back in our next crucial matches ahead #Hustle #AlwaysBelieve Chelsea Football Club.”
Chelsea will return to action in the Premier League on Tuesday when they will play Leicester City again.
£54 million winger OFFICIALLY confirms he wants to be a Chelsea player in summer
Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic has dismissed rumours he could quit Stamford Bridge this summer.
Regarded as one of the most exciting young players in world football, Pulisic has been plagued by injuries since his move from the Bundesliga just a few seasons ago, and he has struggled to make a real impact on that Chelsea side.
And because of that, The United States international has found himself in and out of the side under Thomas Tuchel and admitted to being “very frustrated” in being left out of big games in recent weeks, which has led to speculation that he could leave the club at the end of the season.
However, Pulisic says he isn’t going anywhere and is “up for the challenge” of proving himself in west London, When asked whether he saw his long-term future at Chelsea, Pulisic told ESPN: “Yeah, I’m obviously happy here. It has been an incredible two years.
“People have always doubted and said: ‘Oh, he’s not playing, does he want to go here, does he want to go there?’ I’m always up for a challenge, I love competing, I love the position I’m in and I’m enjoying my time here.”
Pulisic has started just 11 of 26 games in all competitions since the German’s arrival at the end of January and it is very easy to see just why he has been linked with a move away from the club.
But at the end of the day, the winger is a very good talent that will come good, eventually. SO if Chelsea have the patience to see him reach his best, they will be rewarded as the young man is a very special player.