Same was said about Berbatov, with the idea that he could play for United till 37 thrown about on here.
We're selling him at 31.
Its easy to say it, reality can be very very different
Luka Modric / Signs for Real Madrid
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik (@Rood) is joined by CEO Duncan Drasdo and Financial Director Andy Green from the Manchester United Supporters Trust for a special episode on all things behind the scenes at Old Trafford including a brief history of MUST and their aims today, views on INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe so far, and the Old Trafford regeneration.
Same was said about Berbatov, with the idea that he could play for United till 37 thrown about on here.
We're selling him at 31.
Its easy to say it, reality can be very very different
Spain's maximum tax rate is 52%, the UK maximum tax rate is 50%.
What do footballers pay?
24% flat rate and only on income originated in Spain (e.g. wages) but not worldwide income (e.g. multinational sponsors but not, say, appearing in ads for a local retailer) which can be argued should be taxed elsewhere, usually the country of origin. No idea what the rates are in Croatia, mind.
In short, we have to pay about 50% more in wages to make the net wages equivalent, and then you have to consider sponsorship deals...
Sounds like what people used to say about Carrick.
Did this proposed changed not happen then?
And further
http://iberosphere.com/2012/01/spain-soccer-tax-hike-threatens-la-liga-appeal/5194
Has it not changed yet then, or has the proposed change been cancelled?
Not true. The 'Beckham' tax has been capped.
For workers entering Spain on or after January 1 2010, a limit of 600,000 euros per annum applies. If a foreigner working in Spain earns more than E600k, he pays tax at normal rates.
Has it not changed further that all people in Spain, foreign or otherwise, earning over €600,000 pay at the higher rate? It was proposed anyway.
Berba's style of play never quite worked out for us for whatever reason, Modric would be much different.
There's also this. Perhaps the likes of jojojo and Weaste could shed more light on this.
http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/...id-move-claims-friend-mate-bilic-7858632.html
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At the time there was a massive backlash and local councils threw a tantrum as the revenue impact (for the state) was minimal and the political/morale impact of football teams going under and/or turning shit was considered much greater.
I thought it hadn't gone through but (having just had a read through the Spanish media) it appears it did and it is the clubs that have taken the flak. The contracts were expressed in net terms so, as and when contract renewals take place it is the clubs that are having to find the money somewhere to resign the player.
In any case, while not as bad as it used to be, 43% means there is still is a 15% handicap relative to the UK. And the exemption of worldwide income for sponsorship deals remains, which for top targets could mean a million or two a year.
There are no guarantees. People thought he'd be "perfect" for us, we dont know Modric would fare any better. Best not to bank on him playing for us till well into 30s when we simply dont know that he'd be first choice in 3 seasons.
For people who think Modric isn't the type of player we need, just watch the match tonight against Spain.
He is probably 1 of only a few who can hold his own against the best midfield in the world.
In possession there pressing is useless. Our ideal target
He is probably 1 of only a few who can hold his own against the best midfield in the world.
In possession there pressing is useless. Our ideal target
He's practising playing for us against Barca next season. 
This
All right, Croatia out. Let's get it on!
That performance against Spain might well have won Modric a place on Real Madrid's bench.
Exactly, not one of our midfielders would be able to give a performance like that, can't believe some people wouldn't want him. He'd be a perfect signing for us.
The Kag man potentially, but if you're reading Luka I still want you too.
They are hiking it as of this year indeed. Yet the discussion was about us not being able to compete in the past. Going forward it looks pretty level.
I'm not sure what role "image rights" may have though (it's common to split a players' contract into wages and these, which potentially could be a loophole to exploit).
He better not go to Real now! I'd put him on the Heinze scale of Judasness if he did that now after all we've been through together
David, if you're reading, now is the time to find the warchest key
David, if you're reading, now is the time to find the warchest key
Modric won't earn anything for his "image"
David Beckham he is not!
David Beckham he is not!
Tonight was more evidence that we should get him
Would like to think that our midfielders could make 35 passes with 80% accuracy too.
Modric.
Good performace tonight though looked like he run out of puff, or had cramp later on in match when his attacking runs might have helped unlock spain.Unlucky croatia and goes to show they ain't unbeatable
He put in one great cross today apart from that did nothing of note.
The rumour mill will be in full swing now.
I have been saying it for 3 years. Modrić must be signed.
He skinned Busquets in he opening minutes as well. As for the later cross in the 2nd half, it was all setup by the move made at midfield to set up the space on the right that led to the cross.
Same impression I got, although I missed most of the first half so I may have missed what people are going on about.
Edit: no, I didn't see him skin Busquets. That said, I would expect the midfield fulcrum to be less anonymous than he was late in the second half, when most needed.
Why are you saying "this" when the figures in that post are incorrect?
Yes that's right, he's worth £15 million at most - we'd be doing Spurs a favour taking him
White text, if that wasn't blindingly obvious
Modric won't earn anything for his "image"
David Beckham he is not!
Isn't Coronation Street world famous?
Against my better judgement, sign him up!
The end of the game the entire croatian team was knackersd, they were toe to toe with Spain for most of the match before about the 70th minute, when they basically ran out of gas and could do nothing but defend. They had quite a few openings in attack led by modric as well.
He is a Mode rich player
That happens when you take my quick google research as gospel.It is true though that right now almost all players are either on 24% or 43%. Now when contracts need to be renewed... that will be interesting.