Tottenham midfielder Luka Modric would consider a move to Manchester United, it has been revealed. The Times says United boss Sir Alex Ferguson intends to spend big this summer to add extra creativity to his midfield.

Croatia international Modric and David Silva, of Valencia, are among those he has identified to bring more creativity to the United midfield.

Modric has been alerted to and attracted by the possibility of moving to Old Trafford, but may be inclined to stay at White Hart Lane now that Tottenham have the prospect of Champions League football next season.