Croatian midfielder Luka Modric, who turns 41 on September 9, opened his heart in an interview, revealing his conflicted feelings about his current life at Milan and his deep longing for Madrid. Despite admitting that he misses his old city and Real Madrid, Modric stated that he feels welcomed and happy in his new home in Italian football.
Modric described the experience of leaving Real Madrid as a more difficult moment than adapting to the new environment in Milan. The player explained that, after giving himself completely to the Spanish club and experiencing each moment intensely, parting was a process of accepting the end of a glorious cycle. He highlighted that he left with his head held high, aware that he gave his best.
Milan’s role as Luka Modric’s new home
When talking about AC Milan, Modric compared the Italian club to Real Madrid, recognizing both as giant and historic institutions in world football. He expressed that, since his arrival, he has felt Milan’s rich trajectory, which is also evident at the training center. The athlete revealed that Milan was always his favorite team as a child, which facilitated his decision to accept the proposal after leaving Spain, driven by great affection and respect for the club.
Ambitions and motivations in the current season with the Italian club
For the season that has just started, Luka Modric has set clear goals: to surpass the previous year’s performance. The player mentioned the frustration of having fought for the Italian Championship title until March, but failed to qualify for the Champions League. Modric stressed that, due to its history, Milan has an obligation to participate in the main European competition, being the second most successful club in it. With many changes in the team and a new coach, he feels an important part of the project, motivated to help Milan return to the glory days.
Luka Modric’s passion for football and longevity in the sport
Modric’s passion for football is the main force behind his longevity and success. He stated that sport has been his life since he was six years old and that he continues to enjoy every moment with the same ambition and motivation. The midfielder feels good physically and mentally, ignoring the constant discussions about his age. Modric believes that his body will indicate the right time to stop, a day that he knows is closer, but that has not yet arrived due to his love for the game.
Luka Modric’s off-field activities in Italy
Off the field, Luka Modric describes himself as a normal person and a family man. He seeks to spend time with his children and friends, carrying out common activities. Among his hobbies, the player likes to practice paddle tennis, tennis and basketball whenever he has the opportunity, seeking a peaceful routine away from eccentricities.
Luka Modric’s future plans and desire to return to Real Madrid
Regarding the future, Modric does not hide his desire to one day return to Madrid, which he considers home. However, he made it clear that this return would only happen if he was to play a useful and significant role in helping Real Madrid become even greater. The player emphasized that he does not want to return just to be there, but rather to actively contribute to the club that gave him so much.
