http://www.tribalfootball.com/articles/tottenham-fullback-assou-ekotto-who-scott-parker-1850411

I'm not sure of the veracity of this quote, but it fits, doesn't it?

Assou-Ekotto said: “I don’t know what is ­happening with Parker, and I don’t know if he would fill Modric’s spot ­because I don’t know what kind of player he is.

“I don’t really watch much football. I will watch some games – but if I miss one I really don’t care

 

Didn't he play against him like at least 5 times? I know he didn't mark him personally, but still...