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'Priceless' Modric is not for sale - Harry

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Harry Redknapp has ruled out selling Luka Modric to Manchester United, describing the Croatian midfielder as "irreplaceable".

United are seeking out a replacement for the retired Paul Scholes and reports have linked the Premier League champions with a huge bid for Modric.

Modric has spoken of his desire to be playing in the Champions League, which he will not get next season at Tottenham, but Redknapp has insisted the player is content at White Hart Lane and will not be sold.

"We are not selling Luka Modric, we are not selling Gareth Bale, we are not selling Sandro," Redknapp told Sky Sports News. "We are looking to build a team, not dismantle one and they are players we need to keep and add to if we are to get back in the Champions League again.

"I think they are happy where they are. Like any ambitious footballers, they are looking for us to add one or two players so we can improve.

"I heard some talk yesterday about Luka Modric and £20m. £20m for Luka? They have got to be dreaming. He is such a fantastic player. We have enquired about players and are being quoted more than that for people who can't lace his boots.

"I could not put a value on him. He is one of those boys that when you come into work he is just a joy to watch. He is a great guy, gets on with the job, never complains and loves his football. He is the most low-maintenance easy to handle guy you have ever seen. He is a fantastic player and is the last person you want to see leave. He is irreplaceable."

Redknapp is keen to shake up his squad, but claims there are no deals that are close to being completed. "It has been busy. We haven't got anywhere. There has been a lot of phonecalls and talk but we are not near to signing anyone or selling anyone."

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