Luka Modric is set to leave Real Madrid after over a decade of glory, with a sensational move to AC Milan reportedly just days away from confirmation.
The 39-year-old Croatian legend, eyeing the 2026 World Cup, aims to stay at the top level, bringing world-class experience and leadership to Milan’s title-chasing squad.
After over a decade of dazzling performances in the white of Real Madrid, Luka Modric is preparing to bid farewell to the Spanish capital, and he already has his next destination in sight. The Croatian midfield maestro will leave the club after the FIFA Club World Cup this summer and is now reported to have reached a verbal agreement with AC Milan, setting the stage for a sensational transfer.
Modric, 39, has played a pivotal role in one of the most successful eras in Real Madrid’s history, winning five Champions League titles, multiple La Liga crowns, and the 2018 Ballon d’Or. But with the arrival of Xabi Alonso as Real’s new head coach and the club’s long-term focus shifting toward younger midfield talents like Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, and Aurélien Tchouaméni, Madrid has decided to move in a new direction.
While some reports had linked Modric to smaller La Liga clubs such as Rayo Vallecano, and even to lucrative offers outside Europe, the veteran playmaker has his eyes set firmly on remaining at the top of the game. With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, he is determined to keep competing at the highest level in European football.
According to Sky Sport Italia, Modric and AC Milan have reached a verbal agreement, and both sides are optimistic about finalizing the deal within 24 to 48 hours. While the details are still emerging, it’s understood that the proposed deal includes a one-year contract with an option for a second, based on appearances and performance.
The potential move would mark a significant coup for Milan. The club has been searching for an experienced replacement in midfield, especially as Tijjani Reijnders continues to attract strong interest from Manchester City. Bringing in a serial winner like Modric would not only elevate the technical level of the squad but also add invaluable leadership and dressing room experience.
This summer’s Club World Cup in the U.S. will serve as Modric’s final act in a Real Madrid jersey. And it promises to be a memorable swan song for the Croatian, who remains as competitive as ever, despite his age. In the current campaign, he has proven he can still dictate tempo, pick apart defenses, and thrive under pressure.
Milan, for their part, have long admired Modric. Sources suggest the club views the Croatian as a “dream signing” who fits their ambitions of returning to Europe’s elite. With players like Rafael Leão, Theo Hernández, and Mike Maignan forming the core of a highly competitive squad, the addition of Modric could serve as the final piece in a title-challenging puzzle.
In his recent comments, Modric remained tight-lipped about the move but hinted that he’s not done yet: “I still feel good, I still enjoy the game, and I believe I can contribute at a high level.”
If the deal goes through, Modric’s move from Madrid to Milan could become one of the standout transfers of the summer, a transition that symbolizes both the end of an era and the beginning of another in one of Europe’s most storied clubs.
