31.12.2025 14:40
Luka Modric stated that Jose Mourinho played a decisive role in his transfer to Real Madrid. Modric pointed out Mourinho's strict disciplinary approach, saying, "I saw him make Cristiano Ronaldo cry in the locker room."
Luka Modric, wearing the Milan jersey, made headlines with his statements about Jose Mourinho. The Croatian star said that Mourinho was decisive in his transfer to Real Madrid, using expressions that will be widely discussed regarding the experienced coach.
MODRIC'S CONFESSION ABOUT MOURINHO
In an interview with the Italian press, Luka Modric evaluated the coaches he has worked with throughout his career. Speaking about Massimiliano Allegri, Carlo Ancelotti from Real Madrid, and Jose Mourinho, Modric particularly highlighted Mourinho.
"HE WAS THE ONE WHO MADE ME GO TO REAL MADRID"
The 40-year-old star player used praise-filled expressions for Jose Mourinho, saying, "Mourinho is a special person both as a human and as a coach. He was the one who wanted me at Real Madrid; I would never have gone there without him. I am sorry that I could only work with him for one season."
"THE HARDEST WAS MOURINHO"
When Modric was asked who was the toughest among the three coaches he mentioned, the Croatian star clearly answered, "Jose Mourinho."
"HE MADE RONALDO CRY IN THE LOCKER ROOM"
Modric also shared a striking memory while describing Mourinho's understanding of discipline. The experienced player said:
"I saw Mourinho make Cristiano Ronaldo cry in the locker room. Ronaldo is a guy who gives everything on the field, but he had never chased an opponent once. He would treat Sergio Ramos and a new player the same way. If he needed to say something, he would say it directly.