He is the greatest — Modric overwhelmed with emotion as he receives legendary Argentina Jersey

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 18:13 - 15 June 2024

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has showered praises on the legendary Argentina number 10 after receiving the jersey as a gift.

Croatia and Real Madrid legend Luka Modric was filled with emotion as he received a legendary Diego Maradona jersey from a journalist during an interview ahead of EURO 2024.

The Real Madrid midfielder was visibly moved by the gesture, hailing Maradona as the greatest football player of all time.

Modric's emotional response was palpable as he expressed his gratitude to the journalist.

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Diego Maradona battled with drug abuse for most of his career as a footballer | Photo Credit: Imago

"Thank you so much, I don't know what to even say, it's a pleasure to have this shirt. Maradona is the greatest.

The journalist gifted Modric the Maradona shirt:

🗣️ Modric: “Thank you so much, I don’t know what to even say, it’s a pleasure to have this shirt. Maradona is the greatest. You made me really emotional by this shirt. Tomorrow after the game I will give you my shirt.” @SC_ESPN pic.twitter.com/iZusWGKqLw
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) June 14, 2024

You made me emotional by giving me this shirt. Tomorrow after the game, I will give you my shirt," he said, promising to reciprocate the kind gesture after Croatia's match against Spain on June 15.

This could be Modric's last international tournament for Croatia, and the 39-year-old will hope to sign off with a bang.