Luka Modric, the talented midfielder of Real Madrid, recently shed light on his close relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, even after their time together at the club has come to an end. As Modric emerges as one of the final three nominees for the prestigious FIFA award, The Best, he eagerly awaits the outcome, buoyed by Ronaldo’s affirmations. In a series of interviews, Modric expressed his gratitude for the nomination, his admiration for Ronaldo’s football prowess, and the Portuguese star’s remarkable personality.
Following a friendly match against Portugal, which ended in a 1-1 draw, Modric expressed his delight at being among the top three contenders for The Best award. During an interview with RTP3, he said, “I am thrilled to be one of the final three candidates for The Best award. Let’s wait and see what unfolds.”
The remaining nominees for this esteemed FIFA accolade, alongside Modric, are Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohamed Salah. Modric’s remarkable performances, including leading Real Madrid to Champions League victory and guiding Croatia to the World Cup final in 2018, have positioned him as the frontrunner for The Best award. In a separate interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Modric acknowledged Ronaldo as one of the greatest players of all time, praising his on-field contributions and charismatic qualities. He remarked, “We remember his remarkable goals and his character at Real. Cristiano always strives for victory; he is a driving force and inspires everyone around him.”
Modric’s revelations extend beyond Ronaldo’s footballing abilities. He shared that the players at Real Madrid deeply miss the Portuguese superstar and highlighted Ronaldo’s genuine persona. “Ronaldo is one of the greatest players of all time. We remember his remarkable goals and his personality at Real. Cristiano always strives for victory; he is a motivating force and encourages everyone to give their best,” Modric expressed. In terms of character, Modric awarded Ronaldo a perfect score of 10, recognizing his generous heart and willingness to help those around him.
Luka Modric’s recent statements have unveiled Cristiano Ronaldo’s immense admiration for his former teammate, while also shedding light on Ronaldo’s remarkable personality. As Modric eagerly awaits the outcome of The Best award, his revelations about Ronaldo’s exceptional qualities have piqued the curiosity of football enthusiasts worldwide. Stay tuned to witness how this admiration and camaraderie will shape the journey towards crowning the best player.
