Luka Modric has adapted seamlessly to Serie A and has pulled the strings since joining Milan. The midfielder has been dominant and a huge reference point from the get-go, massively contributing to his team’s strong start.
According to Alfredo Pedullà, the Real Madrid legend has also been a precious outside the pitch. The Rossoneri are pleased they obtained an option to renew his contract past its June 30th, 2025, expiration date.
If Modric avoids big injuries, he won’t be a one-and-done at Milan. Despite his age, the Croat has basically seen full minutes so far. He started every game and came off a little early just once, in the opener and against Udinese, when the result was well in hand.
The 40-year-old has scored and assisted once in his first seven Serie A appearances. His impact has been superb and has gone beyond his contribution on the stat sheets. He has had 564 touches, 83 per match, and a 91 percent pass accuracy (via FotMob). Despite his role, he actually committed his first foul of the season only in the last game against Fiorentina.
Our Take on Modric and Milan
Massimiliano Allegri must have been on cloud nine once they told him they would get him, as that’s the kind of technical leader who makes his teams go. Not having the cups limits the strain on him, and he’s a rare physical marvel. He can surely keep going a while longer, as mind and feet don’t age, and he doesn’t have a particularly draining style; plus, they have a few months to find a proper deputy for the future, or simply groom Samuele Ricci.
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