Croatian midfielder Luka Modric of Real Madrid has revealed that club president Florentino Perez has always had a special relationship with him.
Luka Modric for Real Madrid's media service
Now I can say it: Florentino Pérez treated me differently, he had a special fondness for me. And I think he proved that in my last game at the Bernabéu —because I had never seen the president cry before. When I have seen the images, you realise that this person really loves you. I will be eternally grateful for everything he has done for me and my family.
On July 9, Paris Saint-Germain achieved a convincing 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the semi-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup.
Recall that in late May, Luka Modric announced his departure from Real Madrid.
The Croatian midfielder has been with the Madrid club since 2012, winning the UEFA Champions League six times, the La Liga title four times, and the Copa del Rey twice, in addition to five Spanish Super Cups and five Club World Cup trophies.
Earlier, Cristiano Ronaldo commented on Luka Modric's departure from Real Madrid.
