Luka Modric is ready to commit another year to Real Madrid by signing an extension despite not being a regular this season.
According to a report by AS, as relayed by SPORT, Luka Modric might not leave Real Madrid in the summer transfer window. Widespread outlets have suggested that the veteran Croatian midfielder will depart from the Santiago Bernabeu for the last leg of his glittering career. But he is ready to sign a new contract with Real Madrid.
Luka Modric and his extraordinary Real Madrid journey
Luka Modric has enjoyed an incredible career since joining Real Madrid from Tottenham Hotspur in August 2012. The 38-year-old was already one of the best midfielders in the world when he arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu over a decade ago. However, his stint with Los Blancos did not start well, with MARCA naming him as the worst signing of the year midway through 2012/13.
However, Modric won the fans over in the second half of the 2013/14 season and has not looked back since then. The veteran Croat has been one of the catalysts of the tremendous success the Merengues have enjoyed in the last 12 years, playing a leading role in most trophy-winning campaigns.
Carlo Ancelotti has significantly reduced Modric’s role this season, with the Croatian midfielder being a backup option for the Real Madrid manager. He has started only 19 games across all competitions thus far this term. However, the experienced playmaker has still contributed to 16 goals, finding the back of the net four times while providing 12 assists.
What does the future have in store for Modric?
However, Modric’s Real Madrid future has been uncertain for some time due to his reduced role and contract situation. The 38-year-old has entered the final three months of his deal, with talks over a renewal not progressing. Meanwhile, the Merengues have started planning for life after Modric amid links with Nicolo Barella and Dani Olmo.
Meanwhile, the veteran Croat has no shortage of suitors, with clubs in the Major League Soccer, Saudi Pro League, and a few European outfits keen on securing his services in the summer transfer window. However, Modric is ready to commit another year of his glittering career to Real Madrid.
The Croatian international is ready to sign a new contract with Real Madrid to extend his stay by 12 months. It will be interesting to see what the future has in store for the former Tottenham midfielder heading into the summer transfer window.
