Luka Modrić, the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner, has signed a one-year contract with AC Milan, with an option for a second season.
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The 39-year-old Croatian midfielder arrives at the seven-time European champions after 13 highly successful seasons with Real Madrid, where he secured an incredible 28 titles, including six European Cups.
Modrić, who grew up supporting Milan due to his admiration for fellow Croat and club legend Zvonimir Boban, is tasked with helping to revive the Rossoneri‘s fortunes following one of their most disappointing seasons in recent memory.
It’s official: Luka Modrić is Rossonero ❤️🖤
— AC Milan (@acmilan) July 14, 2025
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Milan finished a dismal eighth in Serie A last term, missing out on European qualification.
The acquisition of Modrić comes after Milan rehired Massimiliano Allegri as coach.
Modrić’s departure from Real Madrid was announced in May, though he remained with the club for the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. His final game for the Spanish giants saw them beaten 4-0 by Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals.
His arrival at Milan marks a significant statement of intent as the club aims to climb back to the top of European football.
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