Luka Modric to extend one year with AC Milan

Published: July 22, 2026

By: Manu Tournoux

This was the trend and it seems to be heading towards imminent formalization. Free after a season with AC Milan where he showed good things, Luka Modrić (40 years old) had put his future on hold during the 2026 World Cup. Participating in the competition with Croatia, the midfielder was eliminated in the round of 16 by Portugal (2-1).

Now focused on his future, Luka Modrić is not going to retire. According to Fabrizio Romanothe former Real Madrid player gave his verbal agreement to AC Milan to continue for at least one more season. After discussions with Ruben Amorim, he was seduced by the Portuguese coach’s speech.

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