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Real Madrid star Luka Modric has played down controversies between Cristiano Ronaldo and himself, saying the World Best Player sent him a congratulatory text message.

The UEFA player of the year was awarded last week to Luka Modric which has generated a lot of controversies, with many people having the opinion that Cristiano Ronaldo should have gotten the award; with Ronaldo himself missing the event.

Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes lashed out at UEFA saying his client ought to be awarded due to his immense contribution towards Real Madrid's UEFA Champions League triumph last season.

According to earlier reports, Ronaldo is said to be furious with the outcome of the event. Modric however, has said it is not the case. He said the Juventus star sent him a text message to congratulate him.

"Cristiano sent me a message to congratulate me," Modric told Gazetta dello Sport.

"We are and will remain friends."

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