In a move that will delight fans of both Real Madrid and world football, Croatian midfielder Luka Modric has agreed to extend his contract with the Spanish giants until 2025. The announcement, made on Wednesday, ensures that one of football’s most decorated players will continue to don the white of Madrid for at least two more years.
Having made his debut for Real Madrid in 2012, Modric has since emerged as an indispensable figure for the club. Over the course of his stellar career with Los Blancos, he has played in 534 matches and scored 39 goals, contributing significantly to the club’s domestic and international successes.
A veteran not only at the club level, Modric has also been a pivotal player for the Croatian national team. With 178 caps for his country, he holds the all-time record for international appearances, further cementing his status as a football legend.
Real Madrid confirmed the extension of Modric’s contract in a detailed statement. “Real Madrid C.F. and Luka Modric have agreed to extend the contract of our captain, who will be linked to the club until 30 June 2025. Modric arrived at Real Madrid in 2012, and in his twelve seasons representing our shirt he has become a Real Madrid and world football legend,” the statement read.
Modric’s career at Real Madrid has been laden with silverware. Remarkably, he has won 26 titles with the club, including six UEFA Champions League titles, five Club World Cups, four European Super Cups, four La Liga titles, two Copa del Rey trophies, and five Spanish Super Cups. This impressive haul of trophies makes him one of only five players to have won six European Cups, and he holds the record for the most titles in the club’s history.
On the individual front, Modric’s accolades are equally impressive.
. In 2018, he achieved the rare feat of winning the Ballon d’Or, the FIFA Player of the Year Award, and the UEFA Player of the Year Award. His excellence on the field has also been recognized multiple times through his inclusion in the FIFA FIFPro World XI six times and his selection as the Champions League’s Best Midfielder on two occasions. Additionally, he has won the Ballon d’Or and the Silver Ball at the Club World Cup.
At the international level, Modric’s contributions to the Croatian national team have been monumental. He won the Golden Ball at the 2018 World Cup and the Bronze Ball at the 2022 World Cup, underscoring his critical role in Croatia’s remarkable runs in these competitions.
The news of Modric’s contract extension comes in the middle of a busy period for Real Madrid. Just a day earlier, the club welcomed French football star Kylian Mbappe, who joins the team amidst much fanfare. Mbappe was unveiled to a packed Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, where thousands of enthusiastic supporters gathered to catch a glimpse of the new Galactico. Donning the number nine jersey, Mbappe’s arrival symbolizes another thrilling chapter in Real Madrid’s illustrious history.
The ceremony also featured a surprise appearance by French and Real Madrid football icon Zinedine Zidane, adding to the occasion’s already electrifying atmosphere. Zidane, who has both played for and managed the club, remains a beloved figure, and his presence further thrilled the attendees.
Real Madrid’s dynamism in securing top-tier talent like Modric and Mbappe is a testament to the club’s enduring ambition and commitment to excellence. As Modric continues his journey with the club, fans eagerly await the next chapter in his already storied career and the potential for more triumphs on the horizon.
As Luka Modric’s name continues to be etched in the annals of football history, both Real Madrid supporters and football fans around the world can look forward to at least two more years of watching one of the game’s greatest midfielders ply his trade at the highest level. Modric’s blend of experience, skill, and leadership will undoubtedly remain key components as Real Madrid aims for continued success on all fronts.
