Rudiger set to sign new terms with Chelsea

Having only arrived at the club just over a season ago, it would seem unecessary for the 'Blues' to hand out a new contract to centre-back Antonio Rudiger.

However, in a market where failure to renew Thibaut Courtois and possibly Eden Hazard's contract could prove costly, it seems the club are eager to act quickly.

The German international has impressed Maurizio Sarri in the heart of defence alongside David Luiz, with him starting all nine of Chelsea's Premier League fixtures so far.

The 'Daily Mail' report that Rudiger will be offered a new deal to increase his pay packet above the £100,000 per week he currently earns to ward of interest from other clubs.

This news comes on the same day where Marcos Alonso, another key part of Chelsea's defensive success this season, signed a new five-year deal.