Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has increased his wage demands to £225,000-a-week.
The German, 28, is out of contract at the end of the season and is keeping his cards close to his chest, with a number of top European sides believed to be interested in his services.
"Like always, I'm fully committed to the cause," said Rudiger in January. "Talks are between my side and the club, and that's everything you need to know."
The centre-back has become a key part of Chelsea's team since Thomas Tuchel's appointment 13 months ago, helping them win the Champions League last season.
He is currently thought to earn around £100,000-a-week and previous reports suggested he wanted the Blues to double his salary after a string of impressive displays.
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According to The Athletic, however, Rudiger now wants £225,000-a-week and a signing-on bonus from his current employers.
The defender is thought to have upped his demands after starting contract negotiations with Real Madrid, rejecting their £173,000-a-week offer.
As he's entered the final six months of his existing deal, Rudiger is now allowed to negotiate a move away from Stamford Bridge without Chelsea's permission.
It's believed the Blues have offered him £140,000-a-week to commit his future to the club, but the offer has been rebuffed. He has previously hinted his desire to stay.
"You have to think about your family," said Rudiger last month. "My kids were born here in London so that tells you that my family feel great here.
"The rest is up to other people to make decisions and then we will see if we come together or not."
If Chelsea fail to agree a deal soon, Rudiger may accept another offer. He may also drive the price up even more if clubs on the continent are willing to meet his demands.
The 49-cap international turns 29 next month and his next contract is likely to be the final long-term agreement of his playing career.
Chelsea, meanwhile, will struggle to find a defender of his quality for a reasonable price. Replacing him in the transfer market is likely to cost a lot more than accepting his demands.
"Everybody wants him to stay, it’s clear and he knows it but sometimes there is a delay in these things and there is obviously a delay," said Tuchel in December.
The manager added in January: "You know how I was full of praise, how important he is I say many times. The talks are ongoing so there is no news."
Rudiger has received plenty of praise since Tuchel's appointment, with Arsenal icon Martin Keown describing him as a "real driving force" for the Blues.
"I love watching him play," added Keown in December. "I was an aggressive defender myself, but I think this guy takes it to another level.
"When he gets the ball, he likes to run forward. The fans love him there because he makes things happen. Defensively, he’s so aggressive.
"He just shuts the door. So aggressive, strong, and he really leads from the back. "He’s a nuisance to play against and he’s been outstanding for them."
