Perisic to seek Modric advice after becoming latest Croatia star to join Tottenham

Ivan Perisic admits that he will be seeking advice from Luka Modric when it comes to life at Tottenham, with the experienced winger becoming the latest Croatian star to take on a new challenge in north London.

The 33-year-old forward, who scored for his country in the 2018 World Cup final, has completed a switch to Spurs as a free agent after reaching the end of his contract at Serie A giants Inter.

That move has allowed him to be reunited with former Nerazzurri boss Antonio Conte, while he is also following in the footsteps of some distinguished countrymen that have previously graced a famous Lilywhites jersey.

Perisic claims to have kept an eye on goings-on at Tottenham for several years, with the presence of international colleagues helping to keep him interested.

He has told Spurs’ official website after signing a two-year contract with Premier League heavyweights: “I know Tottenham from 2008, 2009, 2010.

“I followed (the team) because a lot of Croatian players played here. Since then, I know something about the club.”

OFFICIAL: Tottenham sign Ivan Perisic from Inter Milan ✍️ pic.twitter.com/Znqg9FLP9a

Modric is the most notable Croatian star to have turned out for Tottenham, having taken in 159 appearances for the club across four seasons before making a move to Real Madrid in 2012.

Niko Kranjcar was another creative option to catch the eye for Spurs, while Vedran Corluka graced a League Cup final in 2009 and is now assistant coach of his country’s national team.

Stipe Pletikosa is the final Croatian have represented Spurs, but a goalkeeper signed on loan in 2010 took in just one League Cup appearance – a 4-1 defeat to Arsenal – during his time in England.

Perisic added on his fellow countrymen and the need to pick