The world of football is preparing for yet another sensation. Luka Modric, one of the greatest midfielders in the history of the game, has decided not to retire. The Croatian maestro, who will turn 41 in September, will continue to play for Italian side AC Milan.
Information about the contract extension was confirmed by authoritative insider Fabrizio Romano. According to him, all details of the agreement have already been agreed upon between the player and the "rossoneri" management.
Agreement on the Home Stretch
The official document has not yet been signed, but verbal consent has been obtained. Modric gave the "green light" to the club and is ready to sign a new short-term contract. In negotiations, the footballer also discussed future details with the team's new head coach, Ruben Amorim.
"Luka Modric has verbally agreed to sign a new contract with AC Milan. The Croatian legend continues his career and is not retiring after the official green light provided to the club," Romano stated.
First Season in Italy
The transfer to AC Milan was the next step for Modric after his legendary performances for Real Madrid. Moving to Italy last summer, the 40-year-old midfielder immediately became an important element of the team. In his debut season in Serie A, he took part in 37 matches, scoring two goals and providing three assists.
The Path of a Legend
Luka Modric's career is a story of success at the highest level. The path to the top began at Dinamo Zagreb, continued at London's Tottenham Hotspur, but the real breakthrough happened at Real Madrid. It was in the Spanish club that Modric reached the peak of his form, winning six Champions League titles, five UEFA Super Cups, and five FIFA Club World Cups.
Future with the Croatia National Team
Extending his club career opens new prospects for the national team as well. Modric has been playing for the Croatia national team since 2006, playing 202 matches and scoring 29 goals in that time. He is a key figure in the history of Croatian football, becoming the silver medalist at the 2018 World Cup and the bronze medalist at the 2022 World Cup.
New national team head coach Slaven Bilic already intends to persuade the legend to continue playing for the country's main team, so that Modric's experience can help young players in upcoming tournaments.
