Luka Modric is considering his future at Milan, and the final decision will depend on a conversation with Ruben Amorim after the 2026 World Cup, reports the Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport this Tuesday. The midfielder has expressed a desire to continue at the club, but the absence of UEFA Champions League football next season is a significant factor that may influence the Croatian’s choice. At 40 years old, the midfielder has decided to retire from the Croatian national team after the World Cup, marking the end of an era. The player, who is about to reach the historic milestone of 200 international appearances in the match against Panama, feels the weight of age and the inability to play twice a week. The demanding schedule of the Nations League in September and October, with matches against Czech Republic, Spain, and England, has reinforced his decision to focus exclusively on the club. Regarding Milan, the situation is more complex. Modric is fully adapted to life in Milan, where his daughter Ema plays in the youth ranks of the rossoneri, and he is well-liked by fans and teammates, factors that the Milan management is counting on to convince him to extend his stay. The Milan officials have reportedly communicated to the player that they would like to have him for the 2026/27 season, but the final decision rests with him. A crucial element in this equation is the relationship with Amorim. The Portuguese’s playing philosophy is an unknown for the Croatian, unlike with his predecessor. Under Allegri, Modric’s role was predictable: a playmaker positioned in front of the defense, controlling the pace of the game, a function he has performed since he was 10 years old. The midfielder became a key player, both with the ball and, often undervalued, without it. Now, the story with the former Sporting and Manchester United coach is yet to be written. Modric’s instinct may lean towards continuity, but the absence of the Champions League is a harsh blow, as neither money nor minutes on the pitch are his main motivation. After the World Cup, the player will assess his physical condition and meet with the club and the coach to make a decision. The most likely scenario, should he decide to stay, and what Amorim plans to do to convince him, involves careful management of his playing time. He may be rested for some UEFA Europa League trips and not always play the full 90 minutes, sometimes coming on in the second half. If he feels comfortable with this role, his stay in Milan will become a reality, much to the relief of the fans.
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