Croatia qualifies for the round of 16 in Russia 2018

The Croatian national team has qualified for the round of 16 in Russia 2018. With so many top-level players, there is one player who is not satisfied despite being in Real Madrid. That player is Mateo Kovacic, who stated that after the World Cup, it would be best for him to leave the 'Casa Blanca'.

"I would like to play more at Madrid because I love football and being on the field. And I know that it is difficult to play as a starter in Madrid, especially since I arrived very young. I understand the situation, but for that reason, I believe that it is best for me to go to another club where I have the opportunity to play regularly as a starter. It is an opportunity that I think I can have and that I desire right now," said Mateo Kovacic in an interview with Marca.

Moreover, Mateo Kovacic stated that "he believes that everyone is important in Real Madrid, but the problem is that it is very difficult for young players to have continuity and show their full potential" and he affirmed that "he has not been completely happy at Real Madrid because he hasn't contributed to the maximum."

Finally, he pointed out that he will have to talk to Julen Lopetegui about his future, as he has been with Real Madrid for 3 years and has not played enough.