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#2 Antonio Rudiger
Amidst the arrivals of Bakayoko and Morata, the importance of the signing of Antonio Rudiger has been slightly underplayed. Undoubtedly one of the most solid defenders in world football at the moment, Rudiger is set to play a key role in the 3 man defence for Chelsea this season.
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Coming off an extremely successful Confederations Cup with Germany, Rudiger's tactical versatility, positioning skills and tactical ability will all be used extensively by Conte this season as he looks to avoid a 'Mourinho like' season at Chelsea. Having joined for a fee of £29 million, Rudiger will be wearing the 'number 2' jersey this season.
All the indications are that Rudiger, Luiz and Azpilicueta will be starting the majority of the matches as the back 3 and we might just see the German blossom into one the best defenders in the world under the tutelage of Antonio Conte this season.
