Luka Modric News

Luka Modric is set to become the minority owner of a Championship club while continuing his playing career at Real Madrid, according to a sensational report.

Modric, 39, has been an ever-present member of Los Blancos since moving to the Bernabeu in 2012.

Luka Modric and Kylian Mbappe may be club team-mates but that didn't stop the Croatian telling the Frenchman what he thought after he seemingly attempted to win a penalty.

While his minutes have lessened following the arrival of Jude Bellingham and exceptional performances from Federico Valverde, Modric showed he is still a force to be reckoned with.

The Brazilian, for a while, was seen as the club's marquee player, with a number of professional players expressing their disappointment when he missed out on winning the Ballon d'Or last year.

Luka Modric's frustration towards Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Jr was on full display on Wednesday night, as fans saw the 39-year-old gesturing furiously at the Brazilian on Wednesday.

A former Real Madrid star reportedly finds themselves in a bizarre legal situation after a tonne of illegal seafood was seized from a warehouse in Portugal allegedly owned by the ex-player.

Ben Doak, it would seem, cares very little about reputations. Even at the age of just 19, he is fast-becoming Scotland's main man.

Even on one of his quieter nights, there remained so much to learn from Luka Modric's positioning and probing, his technical brilliance.

Steve Clarke has warned that Scotland will struggle to emulate the achievements of Croatia unless there's a radical rethink on player development.

Appraisal of his performance this term has not been aided by the departure of Toni Kroos and the collective drop-off among the entire squad as a result.

KEVIN MCKENNA AT MAKISMIR: Steve Clarke's men took a first-half lead courtesy of an own goal from Duje Caleta-Car, before the hosts turned things around to claim victory.

Meanwhile, Vinicius Jr., true to form, chose the ultra-rapid i7 M70 xDrive, the fastest electrical model BMW offer, which reaches up to 149 miles per hour and sets customers back at least £164,000.

A number of lucrative deals are currently due to run down at the end of June, during the competition, bizarrely leaving big names in limbo.

To a football-centred audience it almost seems sacrilege that Messi is not in the top two - but wait until you hear where Cristiano Ronaldo has been placed.

The midfielder's current deal ran out this summer, and any negotiations were put on hold because of Modric's participation in Euro 2024 with Croatia, who exited at the group stage.

Mbappe's side have already qualified for the knock-out stages of the tournament after collating four points from their first two games, but may need to win to secure top spot in Group D.

Dalic's side seemed all but set to progress to the knockout stages of the European Championship after Luka Modric had fired them into the lead in the 55th minute.

The Azzurri booked their place in the last-16 of Euro 2024 thanks to substitute Mattia Zaccagni's superb strike in the eighth minute of injury-time to cancel out Luka Modric's opener.

Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer believe Italy have little chance of defending their title at Euro 2024 after they edged into the last 16 thanks to an unconvincing 1-1 draw with Croatia on Monday.

The 38-year-old had an eventful evening Leipzig in a game his country needed to win to guarantee progression to the knockout stages of the competition.

MATT BARLOW IN LEIPZIG: Zlatko Dalic's side had looked to be heading into the last-16 after Luka Modric scored for Croatia in the second-half, just moments after missing a menalty.

Following a goalless first half, Croatia were awarded a penalty in the 54th minute after a handball from Davide Frattesi, and the 38-year-old veteran stepped up to put his side ahead.

DANNY MURPHY: Only four current players have won the Ballon d'Or and three of them now play in the less arduous Saudi Arabian and North American leagues.

Steve Clarke insists Scotland won't repeat the mistakes which killed their Euro 2020 dream when they face Hungary in tonight's must-win game in Stuttgart.

RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: Southgate needs one who has a grandmaster's eye for subtle manipulations and can wait, calmly, diligently, until just enough pieces have moved before sending the killer ball.

Luka Modric appeared in no mood to dissect Croatia's 2-2 draw with Albania at Euro 2024, after walking away from interviewers after appearing to get annoyed with a question.

NATHAN SALT: For 73 minutes what little patience was left on arrival in Hamburg on Wednesday looked to have evaporated entirely. By minute 95 Dalic's script looked to have rung true.

The Portuguese was snapped enjoying the company of Sir Alex Ferguson at Germany's curtain-raiser against Scotland on Friday night.

One of Spain's longest-running records was broken by Croatia on Saturday evening, despite celebrating an emphatic 3-0 victory that got their campaign off to the best possible start.

Advances in sports science and lifestyle choices mean some of the continent's finest can enjoy longer careers but everything comes to an end eventually.

SAMI MOKBEL: With his rolled-down socks, slight frame and sharp mind, Adam Wharton is the understated wildcard making a big impression on Gareth Southgate .

They are never among the favourites when it comes to major competitions, yet they have a knack of springing a surprise and causing the larger nations trouble when it comes to crunch time..

Luka Modric has reportedly signed a new deal to remain at Real Madrid, and the details will be confirmed next week after the Champions League final. 

Luka Modric has prompted suggestions that he could be set to retire at the end of the season after the Real Madrid veteran revealed he has made a 'decision' on his future at the club.

The striker made a £100million switch to Bayern Munich last summer partly in the hope that he could finally win a major domestic title - but despite his brilliance, it has not yet come.

The Croatian came off the bench on Tuesday night in the 75th minute, replacing Jude Bellingham, who had had a muted night by his standards.

The midfielder, who was subbed alongside Toni Kroos, had struggled to assert himself on the game, but Ancelotti explained how his double change was as a result of physical issues.

Real Madrid's 19-year-old Turkish international Arda Guller scored the only goal of the game as Carlo Ancelotti's team went 14 points clear at the top of La Liga.

PETE JENSON: Vazquez replaced Dani Carvajal in the side and did not put a foot wrong as he got on the scoresheet before assisting Bellingham's late winner.

The champions of Europe were dethroned at the Etihad as Real Madrid battled to a 1-1 draw before winning via spot-kicks - after Rodrygo's opener was cancelled out by Kevin De Bruyne.

Antonio Rudiger appeared to tell Andriy Lunin which way Mateo Kovacic would send his penalty before the goalkeeper made a vital save to help Real Madrid beat Manchester City on Wednesday night.

In a match dubbed the champions against the kings, nothing could separate the two sides across two games and it ended up with a penalty shootout, with the holders coming up short.

Mainoo has quickly cemented himself as an undisputed starter under Erik ten Hag this season, having been promoted from the academy ranks after catching the eye.

Real Madrid is no stranger to Ballon d'Or winners, and president Florentino Perez has revealed which one of his current stars he believes will one day lift the famous trophy - and it may raise a few eyebrows.

Walker has played with the likes of Harry Kane , Luka Modric , Gareth Bale , Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland to name a few.

The west London outfit have adopted a new transfer policy since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, with their new owners spending over £1billion to refresh the squad.

PETE JENSON AT THE SANTIAGO BERNABEU: Real Madrid fans showed Jude Bellingham their support at the Santiago Bernabeu, and Vincius made sure the team didn't miss him.

PETE JENSON: Girona's win put them back in front of a revived Barcelona who thrashed Getafe on Saturday. Here are 11 things we learned from the weekend's games in Spain.

As reported by The Athletic, Real are eager to sign the left back either this summer or in 2025. Davies' contract at Bayern expires in 2025 and Real have asked him not to extend his deal.

Earlier this month, the 27-year-old became the first Spanish champion in UFC history after his stunning KO victory over Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298.

PETE JENSON: Former Ballon d'Or winner Luka Modric rolled back the years to score the winner in Real Madrid's narrow victory over Sergio Ramos' Sevilla on Sunday.

PETE JENSON: Kylian Mbappe has agreed to take a massive pay cut to join Real Madrid this summer but will still be the club's top earner despite the huge slashing of his wage.

Real Madrid went back to the top of La Liga with a comfortable win over Getafe ahead of their game against Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Kroos started the 4-1 win over their rivals in midfield, playing 81 minutes before being substituted for Luka Modric - and was seen enjoying yet another piece of silverware after the game in Riyadh.

PETE JENSON: Atletico Madrid took the lead when Mario Hermoso rose unmarked to head in Griezmann's corner on seven minutes.

Jude Bellingham was one of the most popular players, but was he the most requested? Arandina did not wait around with their list of desired swaps, going on to lose the encounter 3-1.

Rudiger broke the deadlock in the 78th minute as he capitalised on some sloppy defending from a corner to power a header into the top corner and score his first goal of the season.

A Jude Bellingham-inspired Real Madrid moved seven points clear of Barcelona and eight clear of Atletico Madrid with a thumping win over Villarreal.

PETE JENSON: Union Berlin were roared on by supporters desperate for their first ever taste of Champions League to end on a high with Europa League qualification.

The LaLiga leaders need just a point against Napoli on Wednesday night to finish as winners of Group C and ensure a match-up with a second place side in the Round of 16.

PETE JENSON: It was the England midfielder's 11th league goal, his 14th in all competitions, scored left-footed in the far corner past the hapless Conan Ledesma.

The 38-year-old Croatian has seen his playing time reduced thanks to the signing of English superstar Jude Bellingham .

James has played alongside Jude Bellingham at youth level, has Rooney as his manager and went toe to toe with Luka Modric last month - and is still only 19.

Los Blancos are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and as such have historically been able to call upon resources that most teams could only dream of after years of success.

The top flight has been graced by some of the finest midfield talents in the game, from domestic stars Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard, to the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Luka Modric.

Giroud, Griezmann and Modric are nearing the end of their glittering careers in Europe, while Suarez has struggled with the intensity and long schedule of the Brazilian league. The latter is said to be joining Miami.

Amidst all the noise about the Brazilian it's been lost that he is, Jude Bellingham aside, not just Madrid's most explosive attacker but also their most likely assist provider.

'Hey Jude' was ringing around the Bernabeu once more as the England midfielder inspired Real Madrid to a thumping 4-0 win over Osasuna.

But speaking Friday, Ancelotti suggested that the 38-year-old Modric is not planning a move away from the Real Madrid team in the future.

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Luckily for Villa, Luka Modric will not be part of the Zrinjski side who visit Villa Park for Thursday's Europa Conference League group-stage fixture.

Lionel Messi thinks Inter Miami should make a move for Real Madrid icon Luka Modric during the next transfer window. Modric has fallen down the pecking order at Real Madrid.

Luka Modric has admitted that it was a 'strange feeling' to lose his regular starting role at Real Madrid, after three consecutive games starting on the bench. 

Messi has already insisted he won't be on the field at the next tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico. But Tapia hasn't given up hope that he could captain the Albiceleste at a World Cup again.

Manchester City are a club almost intrinsically linked with enormous riches in the modern game, but surprisingly they don't really throw around their weight in the transfer market

The 20-year-old was signed for a British transfer record, agreeing a six-year deal with the club, and will follow in the footsteps of fellow Brits Gareth Bale and David Beckham, who played for Real Madrid.

The highly-rated England international completed his sensational £113million move to the Bernabeu earlier this month, leaving Borussia Dortmund after three successful seasons in the Bundesliga.

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has signed a 12-month contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2024.

The Real Madrid star, who will turn 38 in September, wore a pained expression as Croatia were beaten 5-4 in a penalty shootout in defeat by Spain, raising questions of his future in international football.