Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger is backing Roma against Manchester United this week.

Roma go to Old Trafford on Thursday for the first-leg of their Europa League semifinal.

After Chelsea's 1-1 draw at Champions League opponents Real Madrid, Rudiger, a former Roma defender, has wished his old team the best for the tie.

He told Sky Italia: "I played for Roma and I wish them the best.

"I hope they win against United and go to the final."