Terry: Modric ´disrespectful´ towards Spurs

Chelsea captain John Terry says Luka Modric has been ‘disrespectful’ towards Tottenham during his transfer saga.

The 25-year-old told Spurs of his desire to leave the English Premier League club and has handed in a transfer request after a public spat with chairman Daniel Levy.

Chelsea have already seen two bids for the Croatia midfielder turned down and, while England captain Terry is a fan of the player, he has not been impressed with his behaviour since his club’s interest became public knowledge.

“He’s a world-class player who is very difficult to play against,” Terry told Sky Sports News.

“He’s very agile, very quick and a great finisher like we’ve seen over many years.”

“I know there are problems. It’s probably a little bit disrespectful towards Spurs. He has his own problems at the moment.”

“We’ve got a good squad of players. If he comes he could certainly add to that.”

Terry also believes that Fernando Torres will be back to his best in the coming season after enduring a season blighted by injury and poor form.

“He backs himself,” Terry said. “He realises from the World Cup he had a slight injury and carried that towards the end of last season.”

“He feels fresh, he’s happy. He’s fully settled. I’m certainly looking for him to get double figures, goals-wise.”

“He was still good at times last year. He’s a world-class player and the price tag is a big weight to carry on your shoulders.”

“He’s got all the ability in the world. He’s very quick and a great finisher.”

“We’re delighted to have him and if he can bring goals along with what we already have then fantastic.”