Modric s heartwarming move: postponing the physical examination in Milan, just to focus on Real Madrid s final journey

According to Italian "Sports of Milan", the 39-year-old Real Madrid legendary midfielder Luca Modric has reached a free transfer agreement with Serie A giant AC Miran. But in order to express respect for Real Madrid, he took the initiative to postpone the physical examination and official announcement in order to focus on representing the team in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

It is reported that Modric hopes to officially complete the transfer process after completely ending his Real Madrid career. This approach reflects his great respect for the "White Legion" that he has served for 12 years.

At present, Modric has been included in Real Madrid's roster for participating in the 2025 Club World Cup. Under the leadership of new coach Xavi Alonso, the team will go to the United States to participate. In the group stage, Real Madrid will play against Riyadh Crescent (June 19), Pachuca (June 23) and Salzburg Red Bull (June 27), and the final will be held on July 14.

Despite receiving high-paying invitations from Saudi Arabia and the Major League of America (MLS), Modric decided to stay in Europe to play football. He hopes to maintain a high level of competitive state and strive to represent Croatia in the 2026 US-Canada-Mexico World Cup - this will also be an important goal before he turns 40.

Since joining Real Madrid from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012, Modric has made 591 appearances for the team, winning 6 Champions League titles, and in 2018, he broke the monopoly of Messi and Ronaldo in the award and won the Golden Globe Award. Despite his age, he still made 57 appearances last season, including 35 appearances in the league and wore the captain's armband many times, showing his professional spirit of immortality.

In addition to continuing his career, Modric is also preparing for his life after retirement. In April this year, he bought a £1.1 million property in the suburbs of Swansea, Wales, to start the next stage of his life.