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Luka Modrić's role and contract extension at AC Milan

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Following his decision to retire from international duty after the 2026 World Cup, Luka Modrić has extended his contract with AC Milan through June 30, 2027. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, the 40-year-old stated he delayed the signing to ensure he remained ‘hungry for success’ and felt ‘fantastic’ about continuing. He cited the club’s ‘confidence and affection’ as primary motivators and expressed a desire to win a trophy in memory of club legend Franco Baresi. During AC Milan’s pre-season tour in Perth, Australia, Modrić was welcomed by the local Croatian community and played approximately thirty minutes in a friendly against Inter Milan, where he received the captain’s armband from coach Rubén Amorim. Following the tour of Australia and Indonesia, Modrić drew media attention for his professionalism by opting for a commercial Ryanair flight from Zadar to Milan rather than a private jet, ensuring his timely return to training at Milanello. His arrival at Malpensa Airport in the early hours of a Wednesday morning was noted by media, particularly as his punctual return contrasted with the delayed arrivals of teammates Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot. As the 2026/2027 season progressed, Modrić’s role under Amorim’s high-intensity 3-4-3 system has drawn scrutiny. Following a ~~2-0 Serie A victory~~ 2-2 draw against ~~Venezia,~~ Lazio, where Modrić ~~played 74 minutes, Italian media offered mixed reviews. Eurosport praised his ability~~ was substituted at halftime, Amorim noted that the player struggles in ‘high-intensity, transition-heavy matches’. Consequently, reports suggest Modrić may start on the bench for Milan’s Europa League debut against Benfica to ~~dictate tempo, calling him a ‘professor’, while Corriere della Sera claimed he ‘disappointed’ fans. However, statistical data from Sofascore showed~~ accommodate a ~~rating of 7, supported by an 89 percent passing accuracy. Recently,~~ more physical midfield. Amidst these tactical shifts, Modrić recently celebrated his 41st ~~birthday, remaining~~ birthday. Despite his age, he has confirmed his intention to continue playing for the ~~oldest player in one~~ Croatian national team under new coach Slaven Bilić for upcoming Nations League matches against Spain and England. His personal trainer, Vlatko Vučetić, attributes his continued fitness to a rigorous regime of ~~Europe’s top five leagues.~~ approximately 350 training sessions per year.

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