Modric's thrilling words after the announcement of the year's player

The Croatian star has managed to break the domination of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messes to win a major individual award.

After declaring the best player of the year, Modric declared himself very happy, thanking his family and his associates.

It's a wonderful feeling to be here with the trophy on my hands”, Modric first declared.

I have to thank Salah and Cristianon for a fantastic season they had”.

This trophy is for all fellow players at Real Madrid and Croatia, without which it would be impossible”.

Thanks to my family, without them I wouldn't be this person or this footballer that I am today”

I must also mention my idols. Croatia's 1994 generation has been inspiring to me”.