Luka Modrić signs new contract with AC Milan, extends career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Luka Modrić has officially extended his career by signing a new contract with AC Milan. This development comes after Modrić participated in what is anticipated to be his final matches with Croatia in the recent World Cup, where his team was eliminated in the Round-of-32. Approaching his 41st birthday in September, Modrić considered retirement after his international commitments but has opted to continue playing at the top level. The new contract with AC Milan runs through the summer of 2027.
- •Modrić signs a new contract with AC Milan through summer 2027.
- •He recently played for Croatia in the World Cup before elimination.
- •He is set to turn 41 in September.
- •This extension confirms Modrić's desire to continue competing at a high level.
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"Former Real Madrid star Luka Modrić has this week made the call to continue his iconic career for at least one more year. This comes amid confirmation of the veteran having put pen to paper on a new ...
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