Modric, 40, signs new AC Milan deal
Luka Modric has signed a one-year contract extension with AC Milan, keeping the Croatian midfielder at the club beyond his 41st birthday in September. The deal underlines Milan’s faith in his experience and leadership as they seek to improve on a disappointing season and return to stronger domestic form.
Modric joined Milan last summer after 13 years at Real Madrid and scored twice in 37 appearances as the club finished fifth in Serie A. A 2018 Ballon d’Or winner, he won six Champions League and four La Liga titles with Real Madrid; he will now play under new Milan head coach Ruben Amorim.
- Modric extends AC Milan stay by one year
- He turns 41 in September
- Milan aim to rebound after fifth-place finish
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Luka Modric is a Croatian midfielder who spent 13 years at Real Madrid before joining AC Milan last summer. During his time in Spain, the 40-year-old won the Ballon d'Or in 2018 and secured six Champions League titles and four La Liga championships, establishing himself as one of Europe's finest midfielders.
Milan signed Modric to help improve their fortunes after a disappointing season that saw them finish fifth in Serie A. The midfielder made 37 appearances and scored twice in his first campaign at the club, showing he could still perform at a high level at his age.
Milan appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach and will rely on experienced players like Modric to help them return to competing for major honours. The veteran midfielder's experience and leadership are considered valuable assets for the club as they seek to rebuild following an unsuccessful campaign.