Amorim on Modric: "We want to keep him at Milan. I hope to have him
Ruben Amorim made a point of clarifying Milan's plan for Luka Modric. In statements published by the Italian press, the Portuguese coach underlined the Rossoneri's desire to ensure the continuity of the Croatian midfielder, whose contract ended in recent days, leaving the door open to an imminent renewal."Modric is a player we want to keep. I spoke to him twice; If necessary, I will speak again. He achieved excellent results and I think it will be a fundamental point for us, especially at the beginning. I'm not saying he'll play every game, but we absolutely want to count on him next season. The club has also spoken to us; I hope to have it within a few days, after some rest", stated Amorim, sending a clear signal about the immediate future of the former Ballon d'Or winner.
The message is unequivocal: Milan want Modric to continue leading the midfield in the season ahead. The Croatian international, a reference for his technical quality, reading of the game and experience at the highest level, is seen by Amorim as a key player in providing stability to the start of the new sporting cycle. Although the coach emphasizes that effort management will be careful — “he won’t play every game” —, the intention is to have the veteran available early in the preparation.
Modric's contract with the San Siro club recently expired, but signs point to a quick understanding between the parties. The midfielder's stay would add leadership in the locker room, criteria in ball circulation and immediate impact at a stage in which teams fine-tune processes and assimilate the coach's ideas. For Amorim, having the Croatian integrated as soon as possible after a few days of rest would stabilize the midfield structure and accelerate the consolidation of the model.
Without advancing any set deadlines or contractual details, the Portuguese coach left the feeling that the dossier is well underway, aligning his will with the club's position. If the renewal is confirmed, Milan will have a strong name for 2024/25, reinforcing their ambition to compete at the top of Serie A and in Europe with the mix of talent, experience and reliability that Modric offers.
For now, there is the strongest public indication that the Croatian's future must continue to pass through San Siro. Amorim wants Modric, the club too, and everything points to a positive outcome in the coming days.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Luka Modric's position at Milan?
Luka Modric is a midfielder and is seen as a key player in Milan's midfield.
What did Ruben Amorim say about Modric's future?
Ruben Amorim stated that Milan want to keep Modric and hope to have him available soon.
When did Luka Modric's contract with Milan end?
Luka Modric's contract with Milan recently ended.
How important is Modric to the team, according to Amorim?
Amorim considers Modric essential to provide stability to the start of the new sporting cycle.
Modric will play every game next season?
Amorim mentioned that Modric won't play all the games, but that they want to count on him next season.
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