Luka Modrić Joins AC Milan on One-Year Deal with Option to 2027

July 15, 2025 – In a significant transfer move, veteran midfielder Luka Modrić has officially joined AC Milan on a one-year contract, with an option to extend until June 2027. The 39-year-old Croatian, widely regarded as one of the finest midfielders of his generation, arrives from Real Madrid after a storied 12-year tenure that yielded five Champions League titles and numerous domestic honors.The transfer was finalized following Modrić’s medical in Italy on Monday, marking the end of his highly successful stint in Spain.

AC Milan, aiming to rejuvenate their squad after finishing eighth in Serie A last season, views Modrić as a key addition under newly appointed coach Massimiliano Allegri. The deal, reportedly worth €3.5 million annually, reflects a strategic shift for the seven-time European champions, who are looking to blend experience with their younger talents.Modrić’s move comes after Real Madrid’s disappointing 4-0 loss to PSG in the 2025 Club World Cup semi-finals, suggesting a desire for continued competitive play. He will don the iconic No. 14 shirt, bringing his vision and leadership to a Milan side eager to reclaim its past glory.