Luka Modric is set to snub Newcastle but is reportedly open to a Premier League return with champions Manchester City.
The Croatian spent four impressive seasons in England's top-flight with Tottenham after joining from Dinamo Zagreb back in 2008.
Having made over 150 appearances for the north London side, Modric earned a £30million move to Real Madrid in the summer of 2012 where he has continued to establish himself as one of Europe's best midfielders.
During his time in Madrid, Modric has helped the club to two La Liga titles and four Champions league crowns, as well as claiming the game's greatest individual honour by winning the Ballon d'Or in 2018, in a year where he captained his nation to a World Cup final.
Luka Modric is reportedly contemplating a move to Manchester City when his current Real Madrid contract expires next summer
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However, with his contract expiring at the end of the season and a new deal yet to be agreed, a surprise move back to the Premier League could now be on the cards for the 36-year-old.
According to SuperDeporte, Modric is considering his options as talks over a extension on his current Madrid deal have stalled with the club.
Despite rumoured interest from recently-bankrolled Newcastle and former team Tottenham, Modric is set to snub the pair as he contemplates a move to Manchester City.
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Eddie Howe's Newcastle look set to be snubbed by Modric
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Reports in Spain suggest the Croatian is weighing up a move to the reigning Premier League champions due to their global football connections with their City Group portfolio.
Modric is reportedly attracted to the prospect of a stint in Manchester before moving on to New York City, one of the many teams within the group's umbrella of clubs.
Madrid president Florentino Perez is believed to have been working on a new deal for Modric over recent weeks, but talks have hit a stumbling block over the club's policy to only offer one-year extensions to players over 30.
Luka Modric's fine performances in the Premier League for Tottenham earned him a move to Madrid in 2012
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The midfield maestro, who is highly valued by Real manager Carlo Ancelotti, reportedly wants to commit to a longer deal and feels the club should be willing to offer him one in recognition of his status as an integral player and for his contributions to the club over the years.
However, should the two parties fail to reach an agreement over a new deal, the Croatian could depart the Spanish capital on a free transfer following a contract dispute in similar fashion to that of Sergio Ramos last summer.
