Benzema reacts to Ballon d'or snub and 3 more big stories you might've missed

Romano provides Modric extension update

Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid will offer Luka Modric a one-year extension in the coming weeks. You can check out other under-radar stories here.

Hazard back to training

Eden Hazard has been spotted training with the rest of the group. The Belgian has even been called up for the next match after missing the previous three.

Ancelotti sings Nacho praises

Carlo Ancelotti has praised Nacho for his abilities, saying that he's a very good player, although he hasn't been using him that much recently.

Benzema reacts to Ballon d'Or snub

After finishing fourth in the Ballon d'Or race, Karim Benzema has sent a message to the fans, saying that he plays for them.