Modric: ‘Milan desire to bounce back is immense’
Luka Modric has signed a contract extension with AC Milan until 2027, citing a strong desire to bounce back after the team failed to qualify for the Champions League. The veteran midfielder will work under new coach Ruben Amorim for the upcoming season.
Why it matters
The retention of a high-profile player like Modric is a significant development for AC Milan's squad strategy and morale as they undergo a coaching transition.
Modric : ‘ Milan desire to bounce back is immense’ Football Italia Thu, July 23, 2026 at 5:05 PM UTC · 2 min read Luka Modric admits the failure to qualify for the Champions League helped make him realise he couldn’t end his Milan adventure yet. ‘The desire to bounce back is immense.’
The midfielder, who turns 41 in September, had some big decisions to make when his contract expired on June 30.
He had to not only decide whether to continue with the Rossoneri, but also on when to hang up his boots.
Speaking to the club’s social media channels, the Croatia international reveals that failure to qualify for the Champions League is what helped spur him on to not let it end on that note.
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