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At 38 years old, Luka Modric is undoubtedly living his last moments as a Merengue player. Under contract with Casa Blanca until next June, the 2018 Ballon d’Or is no longer one of Carlo Ancelotti’s indisputable starters, particularly in the Champions League. If Toni Kroos (34) still manages to find a place in the Madrid midfield, it is more complicated for the Croatian.
On February 14, the media Relevo also affirmed that Ancelotti’s choice not to use his number 10 during the round of 16 first leg of C1 against RB Leipzig (1-0) was a strong signal concerning the future of the player in the Spanish capital. Moreover, at a time when the arrival of Kylian Mbappé in Madrid is announced as a given, many local media indicate that the Frenchman should inherit number 10 from Modric.
Modric said no… for now
But if the Merengues want to say goodbye to the former Tottenham resident, The Athletic tells us that the love story between Modric and the most successful club in the history of the Champions League may not be over. Two months ago, Carlo Ancelotti offered his midfielder to join his technical staff if he decides to retire at the end of the season! A proposal that the Croatian politely refused. To begin with.
Indeed, sources close to the matter affirm that Modric’s “no” was not definitive and that he could reconsider his coach’s offer. Not sure, however, that the native of Zadar is thinking about it for next season, because he is still thirsty for the field. Be careful though, because Ancelotti’s lease at Real Madrid is not eternal and ends in 2026.
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