Luka Modric Extends Stay with Real Madrid Until 2025

Posted on July 17, 2024 by SoccerPunter

Real Madrid has announced that Luka Modric has signed an extension, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2024-25 season. This extension ensures that the Croatian midfielder, who has become an icon at the Bernabéu, will continue to wear the famous white jersey for another year.

During Real Madrid’s Champions League victory celebrations, Modric had hinted at his decision to stay, expressing his gratitude to the fans. “Thank you for your support all year. See you next season!” he told the crowd on June 2.

Modric, now 38, has amassed an impressive collection of silverware during his 12-year tenure at Real Madrid, since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012. His achievements include six Champions League titles and four LaLiga titles, contributing to a joint-record total of 26 trophies with the club. His exceptional performances were also recognized with the prestigious Ballon d’Or in 2018, following his instrumental role in leading Croatia to the World Cup final.

This season, Modric has continued to play a pivotal role, albeit in a reduced capacity, starting 18 LaLiga matches and making 14 appearances as a substitute. Despite the decrease in his playing time, his influence on the pitch remains significant. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has praised Modric’s professionalism and impact. “I’ve never had a problem with Modric,” Ancelotti stated. “As well as being a top player, one of the best in the world, he’s even more spectacular as a person. We’ve never had a problem, and we never will.”

Modric’s journey began at Dinamo Zagreb before he moved to Tottenham in 2008, where he quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s most influential midfielders. His move to Real Madrid in August 2012 was initially met with skepticism from fans and the media, but he soon silenced doubters with his performances. Modric was integral to Real Madrid’s first Champions League triumph in 12 years in 2014 and formed a legendary midfield trio with Toni Kroos and Casemiro. This trio played a crucial role in Madrid’s unprecedented three consecutive Champions League victories in 2016, 2017, and 2018, and Modric continued to be a key figure in their 2022 Champions League win.

In recent seasons, Modric has often been used as a substitute, making significant contributions in the latter stages of matches. His role as an impact player was evident in this season’s Champions League campaign, where he played a crucial part in the knockout stages.

In the summer of 2023, Modric received interest from the Saudi Pro League but chose to remain with Real Madrid, demonstrating his loyalty and commitment to the club.

As Modric extends his stay at Real Madrid, fans can look forward to more moments of brilliance from the Croatian maestro, who has cemented his legacy as one of the club’s all-time greats.