Rakitic congratulates Modric for UEFA Player of the Year award

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Luka Modric was chosen as the best player of last year’s Champions League and his Croatian teammate Ivan Rakitic congratulated the midfielder on his achievement.

It was controversial decision, as many believed Cristiano Ronaldo would take home the award, but the Portuguese striker did not even end up attending the event organized by UEFA.

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Despite this, the Croatian has received countless of congratulations in the recent hours and one of them has been from the Blaugrana man.

“Only one thing: Well deserved! Congratulations brother, congratulations captain,” Rakitic wrote on Twitter.

“We are all proud to have you @ LukaModric10.”

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