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Chelsea want to sign Stuttgart defender Antonio Rudiger this summer although the 22-year-old would prefer to stay in Germany, the player's agent has claimed.
Reports in Germany have said that Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg have already agreed terms with the centre-back over a transfer, although Stuttgart have not yet given the green light for the move as they continue to hold out for £12.7 million.
After confirming the interest from Wolfsburg, Rudiger's agent Sahr Senesie also revealed that Jose Mourinho's side are keen on a move for the Germany international - but look unlikely to sign him with the defender wishing to stay in his homeland.
"I know of interest from Wolfsburg and Chelsea," Senesie told Kicker Sport magazine.
"Antonio would prefer to stay in Germany," he added.
Rudiger made 19 Bundesliga appearances for Stuttgart last season, but saw a knee injury restrict his time on the pitch.
Despite seemingly being behind Wolfsburg in the pursuit of the centre-back, Chelsea do look likely to add to their attacking options for next season with Radamel Falcao expected to seal a loan move to Stamford Bridge in the coming weeks.
The Colombian star failed to impress during his season-long loan at Manchester United last term after scoring only four Premier League goals.
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However, Mourinho admitted last month he hoped he could help revive the striker's career in west London.
