Antonio Rudiger breaks silence after being dropped by Chelsea boss Antonio Conte - and he's not happyAntonio Rudiger (L) celebrates a goal as Marcos Alsonso chases him. [Photo: Courtesy]Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger insists he was fit to face Southampton and has 'no idea' why he was axed by Blues boss Antonio Conte. The German appeared to face the wrath of Conte who appeared to take offence to the 25-year-old's questioning of his tactics after the West Ham draw. Rudiger said: "I think in the second half we [could] finish the game [off]. After the game the Italian spoke out about why Rudiger wasn't to be seen, telling reporters: "No [there is no injury], it was a tactical decision."

Source: Standard Digital April 16, 2018 12:45 UTC