Modric wants to retire at Real Madrid

CAIRO, Dec.4 (SEE)- Luka Modric said he wants to retire at Real Madrid after beating Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to the Ballon d'Or this year.Modric claimed the coveted inpidual honour at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, ending the domination of Juventus superstar Ronaldo and Barcelona sensation Messi, who had been winning the award the past 10 years.

After becoming the first Croatian to win the Ballon d'Or, Modric quickly pledged his future to three-time reigning Champions League holders Madrid, cancelling rising questions on whether he is pushing towards an exit to Inter Milan.

Modric stated post winning the prestigious award, "I have two years left and hopefully one more."The club showed me a lot of affection and I'd like to retire at Real Madrid."My family enjoy it and I want to keep enjoying this huge club".