He referred, among other things, to the future in the Croatian national team. The European Championships are ahead of the European Championships in 2020, after which Rakitic could retire from the national team. This is what I have suggested.
- Yes, it is possible. Let's be real, that's quite clear. We will see what and how, (1)first of all, what ideas the menu will have. I haven't talked to him in a while, he didn't even call or visit me.
We will consider what is best, not only for me, but for the whole national team. I said I would give everything I needed for young players. The most important is the well-being of Croatia, we will solve the rest. Slowly. It doesn't matter what I want, but what is best for all of us, explains Rakitic.
(1)原文: Vidjet ćemo što i kako, prije svega kakve će ideje imati izbornik. izbornik估狗翻成Menu,但另個意思sports team selector and manager, usually at a national level更符合上下文,故選用「教練」一詞。
-- He particularly emphasized his relationship with Luka Modric, whom he perceives as a brother.
- I think he, and the whole of Croatia, and the whole world know that I love him as a brother. We go through a lot together, side by side. I am always extremely happy for his success and everything he does, Rakitic concluded.