Luka Modric likely to extend stay with AC Milan instead of returning to Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:55 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Luka Modric is reportedly leaning towards remaining with AC Milan for another season. Various Italian reports convey growing optimism in Milan about Modric continuing his playing career rather than transitioning to a non-playing role at Real Madrid. AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale has reached out to Modric to encourage his stay. New head coach Ruben Amorim has also spoken with Modric about his role within the team's future plans. As Modric considers his options, Real Madrid's interest in bringing him back is still intact but depends on his decision to continue playing in Italy.
- •Luka Modric is 40 years old and considering extending his contract with AC Milan.
- •AC Milan's owner and new head coach have approached Modric to discuss his future.
- •Real Madrid is waiting for an opportunity to bring Modric back in a coaching role.
- •Speculation about Modric's retirement has increased since Croatia's World Cup exit.
- •Modric has not yet publicly confirmed his decision regarding his future.
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Luka Modric ready to turn down Real Madrid offer in favour of AC Milan stay
- 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — Luka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – report
"In recent weeks, it has been rumoured that Jose Mourinho could be joined at Real Madrid by Luka Modric, whom he signed during his first spell in charge at the Bernabeu 14 years ago. Reports have claim...
"According to reports in Italy, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Luka Modric appears increasingly likely to remain at AC Milan for another season. The Croatian veteran is leaning towards extending his pl...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 1:45 PMLuka Modric ready to turn down Real Madrid offer in favour of AC Milan stay
In recent weeks, it has been rumoured that Jose Mourinho could be joined at Real Madrid by Luka Modric, whom he signed during his first spell in charge at the Bernabeu 14 years ago. Reports have claim...
- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 6:55 PMLuka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – report
According to reports in Italy, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Luka Modric appears increasingly likely to remain at AC Milan for another season. The Croatian veteran is leaning towards extending his pl...
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