Real Madrid turns down Inter for Modric, deal likely over

Luka Modric will remain at Real Madrid past Friday's transfer deadline, with all probability. Despite Inter getting involved in talks with the player's agents, the meetings with Real Madrid have confirmed that Inter's dream signing will not be becoming a reality. Florentino Perez opted not to allow the player to leave, especially given Ronaldo's departure to Juventus earlier in the window. Instead, Modric, who was intent on starting a new adventure having already reached the highest level as a professional footballer, will stay at Real Madrid to lead the club as their on-field tactician and number 10.