According to Gimenez, the gesture helped Modric quickly settle into the team's dynamic.

Giving gifts to teammates as a welcoming gesture is a thoughtful way to build camaraderie and create a positive atmosphere within the team.

Modric's decision to skip the traditional team-song sing-along, which is often a common practice when a new player joins a team, was also seen as a consideration for his teammates' comfort and familiarity with their new team-mate.