Real Madrid has suffered a significant setback with the unexpected injury of Dani Ceballos, who will be out of action for the next 2 months. The midfielder had earned his starting position on his own merits, and now he has to stop at his best moment in recent years. This has forced Carlo Ancelotti to act, and he has already made the final decision on his replacement.
Madrid-Barcelona has learned that the one chosen by the Italian coach is none other than Luka Modric. He is in great condition after not having had many minutes throughout the season. Although there are other players available like Camavinga or Güler, the Croatian is considered the most similar profile to Dani Ceballos: touch, quality, and calm with the ball.
The rest of the options don't fit as well in the squad as Luka Modric... and the idea is for him to start in important matches, being able to rest from the 60th minute. Although he is close to turning 40, it seems that the years don't pass for the veteran midfielder, and there is great confidence in him from Ancelotti.
He is the chosen one, and without Dani Ceballos, Luka Modric is expected to bring his experience and calmness with the ball on the field. The confidence is total because he has earned it, and he will be the chosen one in the upcoming major events of Real Madrid.
Luka Modric Wants to Renew with Real Madrid
Bernabéu Digital has revealed that Luka Modric has received a new proposal from Arabia, but "there's a catch," earning much less than two years ago. The main reason for this decision is the Croatian's age, as he will soon turn 40. The other reason is clear: the championship there is at a different point than it was two years ago, so a figure like his is no longer as necessary.
Modric knows he has the power of decision, as Florentino will abide by any decision he makes. What he wants is to continue at Real Madrid, intending to be in top form for the next World Cup.
Taking all this into account, the idea is clear: to renew with Real Madrid until 2026. Florentino wants the captain to stay and will provide all the facilities for this to happen. Taking advantage of the bad news of Dani Ceballos's injury, what Luka Modric wants now is to test himself again at the highest level and then decide on his future.