Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has claimed that Sergio Ramos's return to fitness has come at the best possible time for the Spanish outfit.
Both Modric and Ramos have been on the sidelines in recent weeks, but the pair returned to the starting XI in Sunday's 2-0 win over Levante.
Modric's importance to the team has been widely addressed, but the Croatian has said that Ramos's return is vital.
"It is hugely important to have Sergio back with us. His character and quality are important for this team," Modric told reporters.
Real Madrid will enter next weekend's El Clasico at the Camp Nou one point behind the league leaders Barcelona.
