Luka Modric’s future is yet to be decided, according to a report, and AC Milan are still holding out hope that he will renew his contract.
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Modric signed a one-year deal with Milan last summer and the parties added a one-year renewal clause as well. It can only be triggered by the Croatian himself, or at least it needs his go-ahead, so the Rossoneri don’t know whether he will stay or leave at the moment.
A message published on Instagram last night perhaps suggests that the veteran’s time at Milan has come to an end. On the other hand, depending on what happens in the next few weeks, Modric might change his mind.
Lots of factors at play
According to today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport (via MilanNews), the chances of Modric staying obviously took a massive hit due to the Champions League failure. That said, his permanence is more linked to a competitive project in general, so the door isn’t completely closed.
Milan are very keen on keeping him, knowing that they wouldn’t just lose quality on the pitch but also a leader in the locker room. A locker room that could look very different next season, which would make his leadership even more important.
However, without a project to convince him (and perhaps more so a clear role for the season), Modric might entertain the idea of returning to Real Madrid. Not as a player, but rather to begin his career as a manager, with the Bernabeu side ready to welcome him back with open arms.