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Comparisons have been drawn with Spurs' apparently similar hard-line stance with both Michael Carrick and Dimitar Berbatov, which mellowed after much wrangling as the transfer deadline approached in both cases, though the Croatian's case is very different.

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The former Arsenal player was guilty of a shocking two-footed lunge on Vedran Corluka that brought the Croatian's night to an end.

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Clearly the plaits and giant stud earrings are a micro-trend, with Green following the Croatian's lead, though her earrings are a striking Swedish blue to chime with the rest of the national kit.

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But, moments later, Spurs were level with the simplest of attacks as Bale laid the ball back to Modric 20 yards out and the Croatian's low drive went under Hennessey.

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But despite the Croatian's attempts to force a move away from Spurs

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Tottenham Hotspur right to keep Luka Modric - Kevin Bond Modric scored Spurs' opening goal in the 4-0 win over Liverpool Tottenham assistant manager Kevin Bond believes the club's decision not to sell Luka Modric has been vindicated by the Croatian's impressive recent form.

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The former Arsenal player was guilty of a shocking two-footed lunge on Vedran Corluka that brought the Croatian's night to an end.

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Because of Bale's form, it was only the Croatian's third start of the season, but it earned Spurs a third straight one-goal victory.

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Prime Minister Jadranka Kosor, the current conservative leader, has pushed a platform appealing to Croatian's sense of patriotism.

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Spurs' efforts could be improved by the fact Fulham want defender Vedran Corluka although the Croatian's wages, which are around £35,000 a week, could be an issue for the Craven Cottage side.

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