Luka Modric extends AC Milan contract until 2027 with official announcement expected Wednesday

AC Milan have exercised the one-year renewal clause for Luka Modric, extending the Croatian midfielder's contract until 2027 with the official announcement expected on Wednesday July 23, as reported by [Gazzetta dello Sport](https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Milan/22-07-2026/milan-il-rinnovo-di-modric-non-cambia-il-futuro-di-jashari-amorim-ha-un-piano-per-lui.shtml).

The 40-year-old six-time Champions League winner and Ballon d'Or recipient will join the squad in Australia next Wednesday for the pre-season tour. The renewal clause had already been triggered in recent days, with formal confirmation due imminently.

Modric stayed in shape during his holidays and never seriously considered retirement, despite a disappointing end to last season with Milan and Croatia's early World Cup exit. He is determined to leave the game on top and believes the Rossoneri can challenge for the Serie A title under new head coach Ruben Amorim.

Amorim has a clear plan to manage Modric's workload as he approaches his 41st birthday in September. With Europa League fixtures on Thursdays, the Croatian will not be able to start every three days and will be managed carefully, focusing primarily on league matches. This opens up opportunities for Switzerland international Ardon Jashari, signed from Club Brugge last summer for €34 million plus bonuses, who will get more minutes in European competition.

Modric's goal is clear: lift one more trophy before retirement. He aims to play around 30 high-quality matches out of a potential 50-60 across all competitions, rather than risk playing below his best when fatigued.

Sources

• Gazzetta dello Sport