Real Madrid continues with the planning of the squad for next season, and there seems to be a significant point of friction between Xabi Alonso and Florentino Pérez. Specifically, we're talking about the departure of Luka Modric, with confirmation that he will leave the white club when his participation in the Club World Cup ends, coinciding with the expiration of his contract.
In this regard, Xabi Alonso has reportedly been clear and forceful with Florentino: a player like Modric "never" becomes surplus. To the point that, according to "Defensa Central", he would be delighted if Modric could renew his contract. The Croatian is not staying because it's a club decision, but if the Basque could, he would make him stay. The problem is that he is about to turn 40 years old (40 years old), and although he can still help, it is considered that his cycle has ended.
Florentino responds: Modric will not stay at Madrid
Despite Xabi Alonso's request, the president's position is unmovable: the decision has been made. Luka Modric will leave Real Madrid when the Club World Cup ends and will begin a new chapter far from Santiago Bernabéu.
The "10" is aware that his cycle has ended at the team he loves, and right now he is not even considering staying. He has come to terms with his departure, something that has been very difficult for both him and his family. After all these years, he pictured himself retiring at Santiago Bernabéu in style. At the very least, he thinks, he has been able to say goodbye properly and with the ovation he deserved.
Modric has everything agreed with Milan
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that, starting next season, Modric will wear Milan's colors. There is a full agreement for his signing until 2026, with the option to extend the deal until 2027. At San Siro, he will earn €3.5 million (3.5 million euros) net plus bonuses, having already given his "yes, I do," although with one condition: to respect Madrid.
Right now, Luka Modric is focused on playing his last competition with Real Madrid. He will end his contract when his participation in the Club World Cup concludes, and then he will undergo his medical with Milan. After that, he will complete the final formal steps to play in Italy, being certain that this will be his next destination.
Everything is finalized, and although Xabi Alonso would have been delighted to keep Modric, there is no turning back at Real Madrid...