Real Madrid sign Mateo Kovacic from Inter Milan
Tuesday 18 August 2015 15:23, UK
Croatian midfielder Mateo Kovacic has joined Real Madrid from Inter Milan.
Kovacic began his career in his homeland with Dinamo Zagreb before moving to Inter two years ago, where he scored eight goals in 97 appearances.
Inter coach Roberto Mancini admitted earlier this week that financial fair play pressures had forced the Serie A side into selling one of their prized assets.
Kovacic will link up with international team-mate Luka Modric at the Bernabeu, but is likely to find a starting place hard to come by with competition for places in midfield fierce given the presence of James Rodriguez, Toni Kroos and Isco.
However, his arrival could open the exit door for Asier Illarramendi after two disappointing seasons at the club.
