Official: Modric leaves Madrid after 12 years to join AC Milan

 

LUKA MODRIC COMPLETES SHOCK AC MILAN MOVE: REAL MADRID LEGEND BEGINS NEW CHAPTER IN ITALY

Luka Modrić, one of the greatest midfielders of his generation, has officially joined AC Milan, bringing an end to a legendary chapter at Real Madrid and beginning a new one in Serie A.

The Croatian maestro, now 39, signs for Milan on a free transfer after his contract with Los Blancos expired this summer. Modrić leaves Madrid as a six-time Champions League winner, a Ballon d'Or recipient, and an icon of the modern game, having spent over a decade orchestrating one of the most dominant eras in European football history.

At Milan, Modrić will add elite experience, leadership, and composure to a squad undergoing transition under Massimiliano Allegri. The Rossoneri are building a more balanced and veteran-stabilized midfield to complement their exciting young core, and Modrić’s arrival is expected to play a key role both on the pitch and in the dressing room.

Despite interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, MLS, and Qatar, Modrić was keen to stay in Europe and continue playing at the highest level. Milan’s project, the chance to compete in the Champions League, and the appeal of Serie A convinced him to take on a new challenge in Italy.

He is expected to wear the No. 10 shirt, once donned by Milan legends like Rui Costa and Clarence Seedorf, and will likely be used in a more measured, deep-lying playmaker role—managing the game tempo and mentoring younger talents.

Modrić is already training with the squad and could feature in Milan’s pre-season tour later this month. His arrival has been met with widespread excitement from fans, who view the signing as both a tribute to his greatness and a statement of Milan’s continued ambition.