Among the many topics linked to Milan’s future in recent weeks, there is also the question of what will happen with Luka Modrić. The Croatian star, at 40 years of age, has clearly shown he still has what it takes and can keep up with the demands of top-level football. Last year he signed a one-year contract with an option to extend for another year; however, the decision will be entirely up to him and his family. At the end of the season, the midfielder will be involved in the World Cup in the United States with Croatia: the decision about his future could come either just before or just after that.
Meanwhile, Tuttosport reflects on the situation and also brings Milan’s ambitions into play as a decisive factor in the final choice:
"Modrić shake-up. He stays if Milan are at the top."
The subheading reads:
"Transfer guarantees to convince the Ballon d’Or winner to extend his time in the Rossoneri shirt: he does not intend to settle for just a Champions League spot."
It then further emphasises: "Competing in Europe is not enough. Luka demands a winning squad to renew his current contract. The future of the Croatian ace is tied to that of Allegri: there is strong chemistry between the two."
