Van der Vaart: Isco Is The Best In The World

Former Los Blancos midfielder, Rafael Van der Vaart has hailed out-of-favour midfielder, Isco as the best in the world.

The Spain international has struggled for playing time at the Santiago Bernabeu, restricted to only five starts in the Liga.

Isco’s future at Madrid is under doubt, as he is wanted by Premier League holders, Manchester City.

Former Madrid midfielder Van der Vaart – who retired in November – has been left baffled by Isco’s snub.

“It’s crazy for me, he is the best player in the world,” Van der Vaart told Marca.

“But, he always has problems with coaches and even [Zinedine] Zidane never trusted him 100 per cent.

“When I go to watch Madrid I’ll see if he starts and if not, I’m going home.”