Luka Modric is open to extending his stay at AC Milan beyond June 2025, but the 40-year-old Croatian midfielder has made his commitment conditional on two critical factors. The 2018 Ballon d'Or winner has impressed under manager Massimiliano Allegri this season, accumulating 2,836 minutes across 36 appearances while contributing two goals and three assists in Serie A alone.
Champions League Football and Allegri's Future
Modric's primary requirement is Champions League qualification. The veteran playmaker remains hungry for European elite competition and would likely explore other options if Milan finishes outside the top four. This final day clash against Cagliari carries enormous weight, as securing a top-four position directly satisfies his continental ambitions and simultaneously addresses his second condition: the retention of Allegri as head coach.
The relationship between manager and midfielder has flourished this campaign. Allegri has praised Modric's professionalism in embracing a more defensive midfield role than he traditionally played during his legendary spell at Real Madrid. The coach has even suggested the Croatian could join his coaching staff after retirement, signaling genuine mutual respect that extends beyond the pitch.
Why These Conditions Matter
The two requirements are intertwined by design. Qualifying for the Champions League almost certainly guarantees Allegri retains his position, making both conditions achievable through a single outcome. Since joining Milan last summer, Modric has demonstrated remarkable adaptability, maintaining elite-level performances despite his age. His option to extend until 2027 provides contractual flexibility, but personal satisfaction now depends on continental football and managerial continuity.
Once his club future is resolved, Modric will shift focus to the World Cup with Croatia, beginning with warm-up friendlies before group matches against England, Panama, and Ghana. Sunday's fixture will determine whether the iconic playmaker adds another chapter to his San Siro story.
