Lakic played alongside Modric in Croatia’s Under-21 side and later in the senior national team, watching the midfielder’s rise from promising talent to Ballon d’Or winner.
“Modric is a phenomenon,” Lakic tells Football Presse. “He was always talented, but I never expected he would become the best in the world.”
Now playing in Italy in 2026, Modric continues to defy age — something that does not surprise Lakic.
“He is a special player, a special guy. Everything he achieved is well deserved.”
From young prospect to global icon.
Even teammates didn’t see that coming.