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AC Milan announced the contract extension for Luka Modric on July 23, Qatar News Agency reported. The deal will keep the veteran midfielder at the club until June 30, 2027, after he joined the Italian side last summer on an initial one-year free transfer from Real Madrid. Modric has made an immediate impact in Serie A, prompting the club to secure his services for an additional campaign as he approaches his 41st birthday in September.
Qatar News Agency figures show Modric made 37 appearances for AC Milan across all competitions in his first season, 34 of them in Serie A. He scored two goals and registered three assists while missing just four league matches. The data underscores his reliability and quick adaptation to the new environment following more than a decade at Real Madrid.
The midfielder announced his retirement from international football with Croatia after the team’s 2-1 loss to Portugal in the World Cup, according to the Qatar News Agency. He had accumulated more than 170 caps for his country by that point. The decision brought an end to a distinguished national team career that included a runner-up finish at the 2018 tournament.
Transfermarkt statistics place Modric as one of football’s most decorated players, with six UEFA Champions League titles won during his time at Real Madrid. The Croatian spent 13 seasons with the Spanish club before moving to AC Milan. He contributed to multiple domestic honors there as well, cementing his status among the game’s elite midfielders.
FBref records list Modric as the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner after his standout performances for both club and country. He ranks joint-third on all-time international appearances for Croatia with 202 caps and 29 goals as of July 2026. The midfielder’s experience remains a valuable asset for AC Milan as the club prepares for the upcoming Serie A season.
ESPN data from the 2025-26 campaign confirms Modric started 32 of his 34 Serie A matches, highlighting his central role in the team’s midfield. He averaged significant minutes per game while contributing to both defensive structure and attacking transitions. The renewal ensures continuity for the squad under its current tactical setup.
