Real Madrid Confidencial Rüdiger went after Xabi following the World Cup K.O., and he made him a promise: 'Mister...'
The center-back has promised the coach that he will work to reach his best level after a difficult season
Antonio Rüdiger could never have imagined that he would make such a huge mistake as the one he made against PSG. The mistake against PSG in the Club World Cup still weighs on him, but the German center-back doesn't hide and has already taken the first step to come back stronger.
According to Defensa Central, after the match against the French side, Rüdiger approached Xabi Alonso in the locker room. He made him a promise: "Coach, I promise you that I'm going to work to get back to my best level."
A season for Rüdiger playing on the edge
Rüdiger dealt with discomfort for much of the season. He played injured, with a damaged meniscus, and endured the pain for the team, since he knew that his presence was key in defense.
After the Copa final, in which he was sent off, he decided to have surgery. He needed to stop. His body couldn't take it anymore.
The club and the coaching staff knew what he was going through. His sacrifice was silent, but highly valued in Valdebebas.
The recovery was faster than expected and Rüdiger returned ahead of the scheduled timeline. He wanted to be at the Club World Cup and although he wasn't at one hundred percent, he offered to help, and he did. He competed, although the mistake against PSG ended up overshadowing everything.
It wasn't his best performance, but his commitment was never in doubt. It was an isolated incident, the result of the pressure of the match. A mistake that hurt him, but also an opportunity to rise again.
Rüdiger is already on vacation, but he doesn't disconnect completely. He alternates rest with physical training. His knee still needs attention and he wants to be at his best for the season.
He won't be able to play in the first matchday of La Liga due to suspension. He sees that match as an opportunity. An extra margin to recover his ideal form and start strong.
Xabi counts on him
With Xabi Alonso's arrival, Rüdiger wants to be important. The new coach values his competitive character and his leadership. The defender knows it and is ready to return the trust.
The mistake against PSG doesn't define his season. Rüdiger wants next season to be different and he has already started. With work, commitment, and a promise to his coach.
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