'When someone can make history in what they do they become immortal': Mourinho says Ballon d'Or winner Modric is 'beyond compare'

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'When someone can make history in what they do they become immortal': Mourinho says Ballon d'Or winner Modric is 'beyond compare'

Sportske Novosti, a newspaper in Croatia, looked back at Luka Modric's illustrious career and interview people who worked with the prolific midfielder with Jose Mourinho being among them.

"When someone can make history in what they do they become immortal. Luka Modric has won the Ballon d'Or, he is beyond compare," Jose said.

"I pushed hard for Real Madrid to sign Modric because he had everything that we needed for the team - technique, vision and good reading of the game, quality when making decisions, quickness of thought, he can play the ball long or short, score from outside the area, he knew how to press, he is intelligent with his positioning and had intensity.

"We needed all of that at Real Madrid. He adapted very calmly to life at Real Madrid. In spite of all of the day to day demands, the pressure from the public. Luka is a very balanced person and he is sure of himself.

"He learned what Real Madrid is about very quickly, understanding the sheer size of the club and what their objectives are. He's a guy who works for the team. A great professional, who has a calm life, he enjoys his family, works hard and is sure of himself but modest with it."

The midfielder has equalled Croatia's all-time appearances record vs Slovenia.

Not so long ago, he said he feels like he's 27 despite being actually 35.

AuthorEvgeniy KozhemiakoSourceAS
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