Chelsea and Wolfsburg want Rudiger, claims defender's agent

Chelsea are interested in Stuttgart centre-back Antonio Rudiger, according to the German international's agent.

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho confirmed last month that he wants to add a defender to his squad this summer, and Rudiger is apparently among the players the Blues have been keeping an eye on.

"I know there's interest from Chelsea and Wolfsburg," the 22-year-old's agent, Sahr Senesie, told Kicker.

"Antonio would love to stay in Germany."

Contrary to his agent's comments, Rudiger admitted last year that it was a dream of his to play in the Premier League, following links to Manchester United.

"Of course I am aware of the interest from Manchester United," Rudiger said last August.

"They are definitely one of the top clubs in Europe and they are in a league I have been dreaming of. The Premier League is very physical, intense, breathtaking and with a lot of goals.

"My focus, though, remains on playing for Stuttgart. For now, I just have to try and progress as a player."

Rudiger, who has been capped six times by Germany, made 35 appearances for Stuttgart last season, scoring twice.