Luka Modric, the master of real MadridThe midfield for over a decade, he has played his last game for the Spanish giants during the semifinal of the Fifa Club World Cup at Metlife Stadium. Even if the game ended with defeat against PSGHe marked the end of an unparalleled chapter in the history of Madrid.
Arriving in the 64th minute, Modric could not change the tide and while the final whistle exploded, he bowed without the fanfare often reserved for legends. But that discreet release felt suitable for a player who has always given priority to the team on individual glory.
In 13 seasonsModric has collected unparalleled equal 28 trophiesbecome The most decorated player In real MadridHistorical history. His statistics: 597 Apparitions, 43 goals and titles that include 6 champions championships, 4 The Titles League, 5 -club world cupsand the area Ballon d’Or in 2018—The only player in recent memory to break the Duopoly of Messi-Ronaldo. It was also a third of the legendary trio of midfield Modric – Kroos – CasemiroOften called the “triangle of the Bermuda” for how they dismantled the best of Europe.
Now 39, Modric will join AC Milan This August on a free transfer. The Italian part confirmed a one -year agreement with one option for anotherwith a salary of € 3-3.5 million per season. Trainer Massimiliano Allegri He welcomed the Croatian legend, calling him “a leader who does not need introduction”.
Milan sees Modric not only as a player, but a symbol: an anchor of experience and spirit to guide the younger generations of the club in a reconstruction phase. As he goes to Serie A, Modric brings not only his medals, but an inheritance of intelligence, resilience and lasting brilliance.