Luka Modric, a midfielder for Real Madrid, has been linked to an unexpected move to Inter Miami.

WHAT OCCURED?The 38-year-old, who has just over a year left on his contract with Carlo Ancelotti’s team, has been linked with a move where he would team up with former Barcelona rival Lionel Messi. The Croatian has been mentioned as a prospective addition, according to reports in The Dubrounik Times, given his limited playing time for Los Blancos this season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The main uncertainty for Inter Miami is whether or not Modric could sign a contract with the team due to their salary cap. Recently, Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets all moved to the United States, and Gerardo Martino’s team has also been mentioned in connection with a move for Luis Suarez.

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WHAT’S NEXT FOR MODRIC? The 38-year-old has played only one La Liga match at the start of the current season for Real Madrid, who are now in first place. To continue their unblemished start, Ancelotti’s team will take on Atletico Madrid on Sunday at the Wanda Metropolitano.