One of football’s worst-kept secrets has finally been confirmed: Croatian legend Luka Modrić has officially signed for AC Milan and will represent the club for the 2025-26 season.
After an emotional departure from Real Madrid at the end of last season, Modrić has arrived in Italy to start a new challenge. “I just landed in Milan. Very happy to be here to start a new chapter in my career,” the midfielder told the club’s social media channels.
His arrival comes at a critical time for the Rossoneri. The Italian giants endured a dismal campaign last season, finishing in 8th place in Serie A and losing key players like Tijjani Reijnders to Manchester City and Theo Hernández to Al Hilal this summer.
New manager Massimiliano Allegri has hailed the signing, calling Modrić “an extraordinary player.” Despite his age—he will turn 40 in September—Modrić’s arrival is seen as a major boost for a struggling Milan side. His world-class experience and leadership are expected to provide much-needed inspiration as the club looks to rebuild and return to its former glory.