3 reasons why Real Madrid were right to keep hold of Luka Modric this summer

The transfer window proved to be an interesting one, especially because many big-name superstars aimed to switch clubs this summer. While some succeeded in sealing their dream moves, others failed, including Real Madrid superstar - Luka Modric.

On the back of a glamorous World Cup campaign with his nation in Russia, the midfielder attracted the interest of several clubs across Europe, with Italian outfit, Inter Milan emerging as the favorites to get his signature.

It initially looked as though the playmaker would follow Cristiano Ronaldo to the Seria A but Real Madrid decided to block all approaches for their superstar, with both Florentino Perez and Julen Lopetegui dismissing the possibility of the Croatian leaving the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.

While it came as a disappointment to many people who were eager to see the Croatian ply his trade in the Italian league, it remains the right decision for Los Blancos to keep hold of their superstar and below are 3 reasons why:

#3. Brilliant World Cup

Modric raised his game during the World Cup

On a stage where elite players like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar all failed to meet expectations, Luka Modric rose up in the FIFA World Cup and produced scintillating performances that got the attention of both football fans and fellow players alike.

The playmaker was the brightest player in Russia, playing influential roles as Croatia made it to the final of the tournament for the first time in their history as well as claiming the coveted Golden Ball award for his brilliant displays during the competition.

Therefore, it was a great decision from Real Madrid to keep hold of their midfield maestro who is in the form of his life at the moment. Losing a player of such caliber would have been a great loss for the European champions.

#2. Cristiano Ronaldo's departure

Ronaldo is now a Juventus player

In what has proven to be the biggest loss for Real Madrid in the past decade, Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo left for Juventus this summer. A new challenge was what inspired the player to make the switch and the Liga giants will need to cope without their talismanic forward during the campaign.

With the attacker now gone, everyone knows that Los Blancos will find it very difficult to replace him as there is no superstar who can guarantee up to 50 goals per season on the planet. However, there was always the hope that Los Blancos will continue progressing and much of that responsibility rests on the shoulders of their midfield maestro - Luka Modric.

The Croatian International is in the form of his life at the moment and he has been the engine of the team for the past few years. In fact, Real Madrid cannot afford to lose him yet, especially given that they are still nursing the wounds of Cristiano Ronaldo's departure. Had he departed, Los Blancos would have become weak beyond repair.

#1. Leadership role

The Croatian displayed his amazing leadership skills during the World Cup

Real Madrid did not just lose an important figure when Cristiano Ronaldo left for Juventus this summer, they also lost a great leader on the pitch. Ronaldo was a difference maker during his time in the Spanish capital, bagging plenty of goals and rising up to decide the fate of games at the vital moments.

After the departure of the Portuguese, Real Madrid definitely need another superstar to rise up and lead the team and Los Blancos have done really well by keeping Modric for the summer. Although the playmaker is not a born goalscorer, Los Blancos can trust him to lead them effectively with his amazing leadership skills throughout the campaign.

The Croatian has shown us that he can carry the burden of a team with his unbelievable performances in the World Cup recently. As a matter of fact, Real Madrid will need the midfielder to produce such brilliance this season - especially during the big games.