Overview
- In a Dec. 31 interview with Corriere della Sera, Modrić said he saw Mourinho reduce Ronaldo to tears in the Real Madrid dressing room after the forward failed to track an opposing full-back.
- Modrić credited Mourinho with bringing him to Real Madrid and described the Portuguese as direct and honest, saying he treated stars and new arrivals the same way.
- He praised Carlo Ancelotti’s personal touch and leadership, calling him the best manager he worked under during his 13 seasons at Real Madrid.
- Now an AC Milan regular at age 40, Modrić said he grew up a Milan supporter because of Zvonimir Boban and that he joined the club intent on winning.
- Outlets noted Modrić’s account aligns with earlier reporting on Mourinho and Ronaldo’s tensions, as Mourinho now coaches Benfica and Ronaldo plays for Al Nassr.