Modrić: "Real Madrid means everything to me”
“Being captain of this club is so beautiful, it's really special," he told Realmadrid TV.
Luka Modrić gave an interview to Realmadrid TV following his contract renewal until 2025. The Croatian ace was delighted to stay on at the club: “I'm so happy to have renewed my deal at Real Madrid for another year. It's special to be able to stay here at Real Madrid. I'm happy and very proud. I'd like to thank the club, the president and the coach for their faith in me, which has allowed me to continue at the best club in the world for another year."
“Since coming here, I have grown so much both as a player and a person, and Real Madrid has helped me throughout that time. That's why Real Madrid means everything to me and my family. It is our home, that's what we feel. It's everything to me."
The captain's armband
“It's an enormous responsibility. When you look back at the captains Real Madrid has had over the years, to get the chance to be Real Madrid captain is beautiful, it's so special and I'm thrilled to represent Madrid as its captain."
Career
“I never dreamed of everything that has happened to me, especially having spent so many years here. Genetics comes into it, and I'm lucky in that sense, but training here with so many young lads who push you to work hard, that's what makes you better every day. You can never afford to relax. Training outside Valdebebas as well, I look after myself and do all I can to be at the right level at my age."
His honours list
“Having the chance to become the player with the most trophies in Real Madrid history is unbelievable. There are so many titles to be won by this team and the excitement is there, both for me and the rest of the team. I'm ready for what's to come. I hope we can win a lot this season and I can become the club's most decorated player."
The dressing room
“It's like a family. We're good friends and there is an amazing atmosphere. That has an influence of course, but I wanted to stay at Real Madrid because I still feel good and I believe I'm still capable of playing at the highest level. I hope we can win lots of trophies together this year."
Six Champions Leagues
“It's amazing to be level with Paco Gento. Winning one Champions League trophy is truly special, and I still remember La Décima, it was incredible. Then once you've done it once, you want to win it again, and again, because you know how it feels and you see what it means to this club and to the fans. That's why there is something special in the players and the club in this competition, and why we have won so many Champions Leagues over the years."
Next season
“We have to take it one step at a time. We'll have to start well in the European Super Cup and then LaLiga. That's your duty at Madrid, to fight for every title. I hope we can prepare well and be at the level we need to be to bring the fans joy."
Mbappé
“I'm grateful for his words, it was nice of him to say. I'm pleased he's finally here at Real Madrid. He's one of the very best and he's shown it over the years. He's a player who has won the World Cup, against me, unfortunately, but I'm delighted to have him on my team now. We'll all help him out with whatever he needs to make sure he settles in quickly and shows his talent, because he can reach the very top."
Santiago Bernabéu
“The stadium is incredible. The Bernabéu has always been special. It's the most beautiful stadium in the world - just as it was before - but the way it looks now is just spectacular."
Florentino Pérez
“He means so much. I only have words of gratitude for the president, for all he's done for me since I arrived here. He has helped me to stay at Real Madrid. He still has faith in me and that means the world. He's the best president in the world. What he's done with Real Madrid... he's taken the club to a whole new dimension. I can only thank him for everything he's done for me and all he continues to do."
Message for the fans
“I'm so happy to be staying at Real Madrid. I'm going to give my all for this jersey, like I have every year I've been here. I hope we experience lots of joy together this season, and we're going to win loads of trophies. Your support means so much to us and we're going to give it all we have out on the pitch to make you happy. Hala Madrid!"