Luka Modric would be a perfect addition to the Chelsea squad if they manage to sign the Croatia midfielder from Tottenham, according to the Blues' former assistant manager Ray Wilkins.
Chelsea made their first move to acquire the services of the 25-year-old late on Wednesday night but their bid, believed to be in the region of £22million, has been derided by Spurs boss Harry Redknapp.
He's really needed..Lamps is a bit too old now and Essien is the shadow of his former self