Luka Modrić returns to Milanello in outstanding physical condition after his commitments with Croatia, dispelling concerns related to his forty years of age and long intercontinental journeys. The midfielder, described as “a wine that improves with age”, immediately made himself available to Allegri ahead of the big match against Napoli at the Maradona, a crucial clash to secure Champions League qualification and to keep alive the final, albeit slim, hopes of winning the league title.
Modrić has instantly become the technical and moral leader of the Rossoneri dressing room, demonstrating valuable tactical versatility, as shown in the first-leg match against Napoli, where he effectively alternated between deep-lying playmaking and ball-winning duties. Despite having already won 34 trophies and a Ballon d’Or, his ambition remains intact; his family has settled perfectly in Milan, and the player is eager to continue competing for major honours both in Serie A and in Europe, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport newspaper.
As for the future, there is already a clause in his contract for an automatic one-year extension (2026–2027), but the final decision regarding whether he will stay on or retire will only be made after the next World Cup. For now, both the club’s management and the manager are firmly hoping to keep relying on him, while Modrić prepares to lead Milan through the end of the season with the aim of “getting their nose in front” and setting no limits in the chase of league leaders Inter.
