Lionel Messi Advocating for Inter Miami to Sign Luka Modric in January

The midfielder, determined to regain his spot in the starting lineup, acknowledges the challenges ahead due to the squad's depth. Consequently, Messi sees a potential win-win situation in Inter Miami acquiring Modric during the January transfer window.

According to former Real Madrid forward Pedja Mijatovic, Messi believes that Modric would thrive in the league. As a result, Messi has engaged in discussions with Inter Miami's co-owner, David Beckham, regarding the possible transfer.

In an interview with Cadena SER, Mijatovic stated, "He [Modric] has received offers from the United States, from various teams, including this particular one." Mijatovic further revealed, "He [Modric] already had an offer from Saudi Arabia, but he preferred to remain in Madrid. Messi himself has shown a personal interest in this possibility. A few days ago, Modric and Beckham met in Croatia during a meal."

Messi has approached Inter Miami's co-owner David Beckham to discuss the transfer swoop

Considering Modric's limited playing time at Real Madrid this season, a move to Inter Miami may be an enticing prospect. Real Madrid boasts a roster filled with promising young talents, such as Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and Jude Bellingham. The competition for spots is fierce, and Modric finds himself further down the pecking order under Ancelotti, given the youthful options at the manager's disposal.

Nevertheless, Modric expressed his willingness to stay at the club and fight for his place in an interview with Croatian newspaper Sportske Novosti. He stated, "Nobody is happy when they don't play. After the career I've had, it's an especially strange feeling for me. But the coach decided that, for his own reasons. My only condition for staying was to be treated as a competitive player, and not to be kept in the squad based on past merits. I am completely calm. I'm aware that I have to work hard, and sooner or later, everything will fall into place."

Modric is having to fight against the likes of Jude Bellingham for a place in the squad

Modric also emphasized the role of veterans in helping the young players progress at Real Madrid, acknowledging that these talented youngsters are the future of the club.

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