Former Real Madrid winger, Gareth Bale has hailed former teammate Luka Modric, describing him as “fine wine”;.

According to the former Welsh international, Modric just keeps getting better with age as he grows older.

Bale spoke as the 39-year-old Croatia midfielder left Real Madrid for AC Milan following the Los Blancos’ exit at the ongoing Club World Cup.

Modric is all set to join the Serie A giants after agreeing on a one-year deal with the Italian club.

The 2018 Ballon d’Or winner has left Xabi Alonso’s side and is expected to be unveiled as a new AC Milan player in the coming days.

Speaking about Modric, Bale said (via ESPN): “I think he could arguably still keep playing, but I think Real Madrid want to take the younger players and carry on.

“What an incredible footballer. I always call him a fine wine, just keeps getting better with age.”;

Bale and Modric were teammates on two occasions – at Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur.