AC Milan Close to Signing Luka Modrić on Short-Term Deal

AC Milan are close to signing Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić. Their sporting director has returned from Croatia with a contract offer for the 40-year-old midfielder.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan‘s director Igli Tare is back in Italy after visiting Croatia. He presented Luka Modrić with a solid contract offer. The deal includes a one-year contract with an option to extend until June 2027. AC Milan are waiting for Modrić’s final decision, and the club is confident of signing him. Modrić may sign with AC Milan today, officially ending his career at Real Madrid.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This move is a big win for Milan as they try to rebuild their midfield for the next season. Despite being 40, Modrić is still a world-class player and would bring valuable experience to Milan. The team finished third in Serie A last season, 12 points behind champions Inter. The fast-paced negotiations have captured the attention of Italian football. Reports suggest Modrić has already agreed to join the seven-time European champions.

If this deal happens, Modrić would join other international stars at Milan. This includes American winger Christian Pulisic, who has scored 14 goals and made 9 assists this season. Milan are just four points behind second-placed Juventus with three matches left in the Serie A season.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR MODRIĆ

After 13 incredible years at Real Madrid, where he won six Champions League titles and the Ballon d’Or in 2018, Modrić seems ready for a new challenge in Italy’s Serie A. This move would let him continue to compete at the highest level in Europe despite his age. Milan have secured a top-four finish in Serie A and will participate in next season’s Champions League.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Milan fans are eagerly awaiting Modrić’s final decision, which could be announced in the next 24 to 48 hours. If the transfer is completed, Modrić would join his new teammates for pre-season training in July. Milan’s next Serie A match is against Fiorentina on Sunday, and they aim to close the gap on Juventus and finish the season strongly before adding Modrić to their midfield.