Igli Tare and Massimiliano Allegri, respectively the new sporting director and new head coach of AC Milan, are working together to plan the club's transfer market strategy.
The two are considering various names, including that of Luka Modric, the Croatian midfielder who a few weeks ago announced his departure from Real Madrid as a free agent. His goal is to be ready for the 2026 World Cup, and for that reason, he is looking for a high-level team and league that will allow him to prepare for the tournament, which will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Modric is a Milan fan, and he never hid it...
This was reported this morning by La Gazzetta dello Sport, which explains that, despite the fact that Modric will turn 40 on September 9, several clubs are still thinking about signing him. It's true that Milan won’t be playing in the Champions League, but it’s no secret that Modric has always been a big Milan fan since childhood, as shown by old photos of him wearing Milan tracksuits or jerseys. His childhood idol was Zvonimir Boban, who at the time was producing magic while playing for the Rossoneri. In short, Milan is not just any club for Luka, so there’s a chance he might give them special consideration.
A heartfelt choice?
A few years ago, in the summer of 2018, Inter tried to lure him away from Real Madrid, but they failed to bring him to Milan. Now the situation is different: Modric is a free agent, at the end of his career, and might make a decision based on his heart. The fact that Milan won’t participate in any European competition, particularly the Champions League, could be an obstacle—but it’s also true that playing just once a week would allow the Croatian to manage his energy better across Serie A, the Coppa Italia, and the Italian Super Cup. Thanks to his experience and personality, he could also play a key role in the Milan dressing room, where a true charismatic leader like him is currently missing.
