Ozil aims dig at Chelsea with theory about transfer that sparked recent downfall

The former Arsenal star was paying tribute to his ex-Germany teammate following another stunning display for Real Madrid.

Rudiger scored the decisive goal as Real Madrid earned a 1-0 victory over Real Mallorca on Wednesday night, a result that sent them back to the top of the LaLiga table ahead of surprise challenges Girona.

As a result, the 30-year-old received praise from Carlo Ancelotti after the game, saying: "He has taken advantage of others' injuries.

"He is performing at a very high level, with continuity. He is always ready in duels.

"He is an insurance that we have behind. He is doing his best."

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Those comments were shared by Ozil on social media, with the former Madrid star piling praise on the centre-back.

Taking to X, Ozil said: "Prime Toni Rudiger is just the world's best defender at the moment.

"Incredible season for my former club Real Madrid.

"You can also ask [Erling] Haaland or [Victor] Osimhen how good he is!

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"Look what has happened with Chelsea after he left.

"They are missing his mentality every day."

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Rudiger spent five years at Chelsea before joining Real Madrid on a free transfer in 2022.

Since then, he has made 77 appearances for the Spanish giants and scored three goals in which time he has won the Copa Del Rey, the UEFA Super Cup and the Club World Cup.