Modric extends Spurs stay

(GSM) – Luka Modric has extended his stay at Tottenham Hotspur by signing a new six-year contract. The Croatia midfielder will now remain at White Hart Lane until 2016.

The 24-year-old’s future has been subject of much speculation as several interested parties, including Manchester United and Chelsea, have been linked with making a move for the player.

However, the Croatia international, who has impressed for the north London club under Harry Redknapp, has put an end to the stories linking him with a move away from Spurs by signing a new contract to remain at the club.

He told the club website: “Tottenham Hotspur gave me my chance in the Premier League and I want to go on to achieve great success here with them.

“Yes, there have been enquiries from other big clubs, but I have no interest in going anywhere.

“Last season’s top-four finish was an indication of where we are as a club and I feel I can continue to improve and go on to achieve everything I want to at Spurs.”

Modric has featured 77 times for Spurs, scoring eight goals.