Luka Modrić’s stay at Milan is becoming increasingly likely. The words of Igli Tare to DAZN this morning have cleared up some of the doubts, even if the Rossoneri sporting director preferred not to commit fully:
"Honestly, I think he might choose with his heart, for me, he will stay at Milan.”
The former Ballon d’Or winner, now nearing 41 (he will turn it in September) is preparing, in all likelihood, to experience his last World Cup, but perhaps also the final season of his career. According to what was reported this morning by La Gazzetta dello Sport, if the Croatian does not renew with Milan, he would not consider other teams: the alternative would be retirement from professional football.
We do not know whether football is truly ready to say goodbye to a champion like him. What is certain is that one can only be grateful to have witnessed a talent like Modrić in our league, which in recent years has rarely welcomed players of this calibre.
Modrić stays, but with a different role
If he does continue (and there are many signs suggesting he will) he will do so in Rossoneri colours. It is unlikely, however, that he will remain an undisputed starter.
The idea is to still have a complete player in terms of experience, leadership, and technical quality, but with playing time that is inevitably more carefully managed. Expecting an almost 41-year-old to sustain high intensity every three days, especially with the real possibility of playing in at least one European competition next season, appears difficult.
