“Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric is like a father to me”

Luka Modric Real Madrid
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Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes has hailed the influence of teammate Luka Modric on his career so far.

The veteran midfielder has been highly instrumental in the club’s successes in recent years and was once again key in our League title and Champions League successes last season.

Brazil international Rodrygo is in awe of the Croatian’s quality and even described him as a father to him.

“He really helps me. Playing with him is much easier, given the quality he’s got. He’s like a father to me,” Rodrygo said of the Croatian.