Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric is reportedly expected to be out of action for around three months after suffering a thigh injury while on international duty with Croatia.
The 29-year-old has cemented his spot in the first team under Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti, but could now face 20 games on the sidelines after tearing the left proximal rectus femoris tendon.
While Madrid's official statement did not include a timescale on Modric's return, The Guardian reports that the midfielder is likely to spend at least 12 weeks on the treatment table after suffering the injury during Croatia's 1-1 draw with Italy on Sunday.
Modric could miss the World Club Cup in Morocco and a potential last-16 clash in the Champions League while he nurses the thigh problem.
