It seems that Real Madrid player Luka Modric has been invited to join Diego Simeone, the manager of Atletico Madrid, at the Wanda Metropolitano for the upcoming season.
With just four months remaining on his Los Blancos contract, 38-year-old Modric is playing in his last season at the Santiago Bernabeu. With Carlo Ancelotti’s team, the Croatian has had a great career, making 514 appearances and taking home 23 major awards in addition to the Ballon d’Or.
But Ancelotti has given the Croatian international a more subdued role at Real Madrid this year. Having started 10 of the 18 La Liga games, he has evolved into more of a bit player.
In Sunday’s Madrid derby, Los Merengues and Atletico drew 1-1, with Modric not starting. (February 4). Simeone spoke with him briefly on the touchline before he entered the game in the 76th minute.
According to DAZN, the five-time UEFA Champions League winner was persuaded to join Los Colchoneros by the Argentine coach. It is said that he said:
“Luka! Luka! Come play with us and join us!”
It wouldn’t be the first time a player played for both teams or left Madrid to play for their opponent. Raul was a legendary player for both of Real Madrid’s rival teams, and Los Blancos custodian Thibaut Courtois also played at the Wanda Metropolitano.
When Modric’s Real Madrid contract ends in the summer, he will be free to sign with any team. He arrived at the Bernabeu in August 2012 after signing a €35 million contract to leave Tottenham Hotspur.
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Luka Modric is departing, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed.
Luka Modric is scheduled to leave the Bernabeu.
Luka Modric is scheduled to leave the Bernabeu.
Ancelotti declared that Modric’s time at Real Madrid would come to an end this season. According to the Italian strategist, Tribal Football:
Professionals who work hard and practice well are incredibly tough to bench, especially players who have shaped an era. He deserves our gratitude for all that he has accomplished here. Professionally speaking, I make the decision and move on.”
In midfield, Los Blancos have an abundance of options, particularly with the addition of Jude Bellingham this past summer. The great English player joined a midfield that was already loaded with talent, including Brahim Diaz, Toni Kroos, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, and Federico Valverde.
Last summer, Modric’s exit was speculated about, and the Saudi Pro League expressed interest. Before agreeing to a one-year deal at Real Madrid, the Croat reportedly turned down “one of the biggest offers in football history,” according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
