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Emily WilsonĀ·27 August 2024
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Emily WilsonĀ·27 August 2024
Weāre using a time machine to bring you back to a monumental signing in Real Madridās history.
Some 12 years ago today, midfielder Luka ModriÄ joined Los Blancos from Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur for roughly Ā£30m. And what a ride itās been!
The Croatia international had zero trophies to his name when he departed Spurs at age 26. His initial spell in Madrid was not too promising either, being named LaLigaās worst signing that season.
Now, both of those statements couldnāt be further from the truth.
ModriÄ has made 537 appearances for the club in 12 years with a stunning 27 trophies to his name. Thatās the most in club history and he now wears the captainās armband.
His accolades also include winning the 2018/19 Ballon dāOr, and becoming the player to end the dominant Lionel Messi x Cristiano Ronaldo era.
Itās safe to say his signing proved to be a great decision. What has been your favourite ModriÄ moment?
Let us know in the comments below!