Modric, 40, extends Milan stay until 2027

Widely regarded as Croatia's greatest player, he has represented his country 202 times, scoring 29 goals

Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Portugal v Croatia - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - Jul 2, 2026 Croatia's Luka Modric acknowledges fans after the match as Croatia are eliminated from the World Cup REUTERS/Jeenah Moon

AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has signed a contract extension that will keep the Croatian with the Serie A team until June 2027, the club said on Thursday.

• The 40-year-old has made 37 appearances and scored two goals since joining Milan on a one-year contract last year.
• The 2018 Ballon d'Or winner enjoyed a glittering spell at Real Madrid, winning 28 major trophies.
• Widely regarded as Croatia's greatest player, Modric has represented his country 202 times, scoring 29 goals.
• He also featured in his 10th major international tournament at this year's World Cup, at which Croatia were eliminated by Portugal in the round of 32.
• Milan, seven-times European champions, finished fifth in Serie A last season and have turned to former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim to revive their fortunes.