Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid colleague Luka Modric has reacted to him potentially signing for Juventus.
The Portuguese superstar remains heavily linked with a sensational transfer to the Italian champions. Reports even suggest a deal has been agreed in the region of £88 million.
He's expected to pen a four-year contract worth a staggering £26.5 million a season.
Despite talks well underway, Modric is confident Ronaldo will remain at the club. The Croatian captain is also hoping he does stay because he's the 'best player in the world'.
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"Let's see what happens. I don't think he's going to leave, and I'd like him to stay because he's the best player in the world," he told AS.
"I think he's going to stay; that's my opinion. It would be great if he did, because I can't imagine him at any other club."
Well, Luka, get imagining because Ronaldo to Juventus is gathering steam ahead of an official unveiling.
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The 33-year-old has been at Real Madrid since 2009 following a then-record breaking transfer from Manchester United.
He's won the lot for Los Blancos - including FOUR Champions League titles, scoring goals at an alarming rate while breaking record after record.
Meanwhile, Modric spoke about his teammate after securing a World Cup semi-final spot in dramatic circumstances.
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He netted a penalty in the shootout as his side beat tournament hosts Russia, which sets-up a game against England for a place in the final.
Croatia vs. England goes down at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium on Wednesday (7 pm BST kick-off).
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