Overview
- AC Milan has confirmed Modric will stay at the club for one more season, with his contract running through June 2027.
- Modric will turn 41 in September and most coverage frames the 2026–27 campaign as likely his final season while allowing for continued play.
- In his first year at Milan he played 37 matches, scored two goals, provided three assists and will keep the number 14 shirt.
- The club finished fifth last season, replaced coach Massimiliano Allegri with Rúben Amorim, and has added players such as Mario Gila and Gonçalo Ramos in the summer transfer window.
- Milan and Modric said they delayed talks until after his World Cup duties and the club expects his experience to help the squad on and off the pitch as it chases a return to the Champions League.