He has not yet signed, not yet set foot in Milanello, and yet Luka Modric is already talking about him on the side of Lombardy. His arrival is impatiently awaited by the supporters and the management of AC Milan. But it was behind the scenes, far from the field, that the Croatian maestro surprised his world and conquered his future employers.
Modric, according to the Gazzetta dello Sport, would have said that he was ready to shorten his vacation to start the summer preparation with his new club as soon as possible. A decision that deeply touched Massimiliano Allegri, just named Milan coach. The Italian technician, who succeeds Sergio Conceiçao, is responsible for putting the Rossoneri on good rails. And this type of symbolic gesture, coming from such an experienced player, could well breathe a spirit of rigor and exemplarity from a cloakroom in search of leaders.
Allegri seduced by the attitude of the Croatian
This desire for Modric to quickly engage with his new club contrasts with the summer habits of the stars of the round ball. At 38, the Croatian does not think of lifting their foot, or making the pleasure of the holidays last. He wants to convince from the first days. For Allegri, this involvement is a first unexpected gift.
Especially since the player is still engaged with Real Madrid in the Club World Cup. Having entered as a replacement Tuesday evening against Juventus in the round of 16, Modric could still play up to three games with Casa Blanca if the Madrilenians go to the end. It will therefore only be free from July 13.
Without playing, Modric already stands out as a leader in Milan
An expected arrival, a message already sent
In Milan, we are now awaiting the official signing of the contract and the medical examination, provided for in the wake of the competition. But on social networks, the tifosi did not wait to salute this first gesture. “A champion, a real one”, “that's what it was missing in Milan”, Can we read in the comments.
Modric has not yet proven nothing sportingly in Italy, but he has already printed his brand. That of a player who does not cheat, who respects his future club and who still wants to prove his value at the highest level.
