Spanish football giants Real Madrid confirmed that the club had reached an agreement with Croatian international midfielder Luka Modric to extend his contract until the end of June 2018. Modric joined the European Champions in the summer of 2012 for $35 million, plus in incentives from Tottenham Hotspurs. His original contract was for five years, but his excellent form has earned him another year on his deal and a pay-rise, although the club has not stipulated the amounts involved.