Modric Makes History: A World Cup Record at 40
At 40 years and 291 days old, Luka Modric has rewritten football history by becoming the player with the most assists in World Cup history. An extraordinary milestone, the result of a legendary career that the Croatian midfielder continues to build with authority and breathtaking class, defying the years with a technical precision and vision of play that few in the world can claim at any age.
The record arrives at a moment when the debate about his future is more heated than ever — especially within the Rossoneri camp. AC Milan, who welcomed him last season, is waiting for a definitive answer: Will Modric stay?
The Contact with Amorim: An Answer Expected Soon
According to the latest reports, a first exploratory conversation has already taken place between the Croatian midfielder and Portuguese head coach Ruben Amorim. In the coming hours, or at the latest over the next few days, a more in-depth phone call between the two is expected to clarify intentions and outline a potential shared project. However, a final decision has not yet been reached: Modric has stated that he will take the time he needs to reflect on his future before making a commitment, reiterating that he intended to wait until the end of the World Cup to weigh up every option with a clear head.
In the meantime, the Croatian playmaker was keen to clarify that he has had no contact with José Mourinho — a manager he holds in high regard, but with whom no concrete negotiations have ever taken place.
The Reality of the Numbers and Managing Playing Time
While Modric’s talent is beyond question, managing his playing time is a key issue for Milan heading into next season. Last year, with the Rossoneri competing only in the league — with no European competition — the situation was easier to handle. The 2025/26 campaign, however, looks set to be far busier: Serie A, Coppa Italia and the Europa League will demand a more careful use of squad resources. For this reason, a direct and thorough conversation between Amorim and Modric about his role and workload becomes essential before any agreement can be reached.
The Real Madrid Hypothesis: A Boardroom Role on the Horizon?
Among the options on the table, the possibility of stepping away from playing altogether cannot be ruled out. In that scenario, Modric could consider a management role at Real Madrid, the club where he won everything and with whom his bond remains deep and unbreakable. President Florentino Pérez is said to have already expressed interest in bringing him into the club’s structure in an institutional capacity. A Madrid chapter, then, that could reopen under an entirely different guise.
AC Milan, for its part, is waiting. The hope is that the Croatian legend will choose to keep wearing the red and black, bringing his experience and vision of the game to a club building an ambitious project with major investment in the transfer market.
