Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly plotting to hijack Real Madrid’s move for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger.

Rudiger, 28, was the subject of much transfer speculation over the summer transfer window.

And with less than a year remaining on his contract, that is unlikely to change unless he signs a new deal.

His current situation has sparked interest from PSG, who could make a move for the centre-back according to French outlet Le10Sport.

Real Madrid are said to be in the race to sign the Blues star for free at the end of the season.

Chelsea are reportedly yet to open talks with the defender over a new deal.

But Thomas Tuchel is keen to keep Rudiger at the club, and that means negotiations could begin soon.

Rudiger also attracted interest from Real Madrid and Tottenham over the summer.

The Blues have targeted Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde as one of their transfer priorities too.