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The Hindu
2 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Modric's reason for AC Milan move: Wanted to ‘stay competitive and in Europe' at 40
Croatia captain Luka Modric said on Wednesday he had penned a one-year contract with AC Milan to 'stay competitive and in Europe'. 'I'm happy to be here and I look forward to a new adventure,' the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner told AC Milan's TV channel after joining from Real Madrid. Modric, who turns 40 in September, joined the Spanish giant from Tottenham in 2012, going on to win six Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies. 'I wanted to stay in Europe, to continue playing competitive football. I had some other offers but when Milan showed up for me it was clear from the first moment,' he said. Milan finished a disappointing eighth in Serie A last season and will not play in European competition. But Modric insisted Milan remains 'one of the biggest clubs in Europe'. 'Milan cannot be satisfied with average and needs to have the biggest goals possible, to win titles, to compete with the best teams in the world, that's why I am here.' Modric signed a one-year contract, with an option for an additional season with the seven-time Champions League and 19-time Serie A winner. 'I'm never satisfied, I always want more,' he warned. 'When you've experienced that feeling (of winning), you want to feel it even more. I still have hunger, desire, still wanting more.' To explain his longevity, Modric said 'the most important thing is the love for the game, for football'. 'That's what I still have, what I still feel in my belly, this fire, that's what pushes me ... there is no secrets, for me it's the passion, the love for football. I am never satisfied.' The 2018 World Cup runner-up also spoke of his childhood memories of Milan. 'When I was a kid, I watched the Italian league a lot, Milan was my favourite team,' he recalled. 'Also because Zvonimir Boban was there, who was my idol,' he added, referring to his compatriot who wore the Rossoneri jersey from 1992 to 2001.
Morocco World
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
Brahim Diaz Faces Uncertain Future at Real Madrid
Brahim Diaz is facing mounting uncertainty over his role at the club, despite solid appearances last season and a recent contract renewal. According to Spanish newspaper AS , Diaz, who played more than 100 minutes in the Club World Cup, has seen his prominence diminish under new head coach Xabi Alonso. The 25-year-old featured sporadically in the competition, with Turkish youngster Arda Güler and other emerging names handed more responsibility. Alonso's early reign has seen the rise of several promising players, including Gonzalo Garcia, Dean Huijsen and Güler, all of whom have adapted quickly to the Basque manager's system. As a result, Diaz has struggled to secure meaningful minutes, despite having been a regular under previous boss Carlo Ancelotti. The Malaga-born attacking midfielder joined Real Madrid in 2019 but spent three seasons on loan at AC Milan, where he impressed before returning in 2023. Under Ancelotti, he became a dependable substitute and often filled in for Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham. Last season, Diaz made 56 appearances in all competitions, scoring six goals and providing seven assists, slightly down from 12 goals and nine assists the previous year. However, despite the increased number of matches, his average playing time dropped from 45.5 to 40.8 minutes per game. Competition for places has intensified. Arda Güler has become a key figure in Alonso's plans, even taking charge in midfield during the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, the arrival of Argentine winger Franco Mastantuono—signed for €63.2m—adds another layer of difficulty for Diaz, as Real Madrid look to the future. Nevertheless, Diaz appears determined to fight for his spot and could benefit from the potential departure of Brazilian winger Rodrygo, who is being courted by Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Liverpool. Diaz's best hope may lie in holding on and capitalising should an opening arise. For now, he remains on the fringes, battling to stay relevant in an increasingly crowded squad. Tags: Brahim DiazReal Madrid
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
CHELSEA v AC MILAN: TICKETS ON SALE
AC Milan can confirm that away tickets for Chelsea v AC Milan, the friendly at Stamford Bridge at 15:00 BST on Sunday 10 August, will be available on Vivaticket from 12:00 CEST on Friday 11 July. PRICES Tickets for Chelsea v AC Milan cost €37, and you can purchase up to four tickets. Once you have made the purchase, you will receive a PDF receipt with the instructions on how to collect your ticket and subsequent access to the stadium.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Modric at AC Milan to 'stay competitive and in Europe' at 40
Croatia captain Luka Modric said Wednesday he had penned a one-year contract with AC Milan to "stay competitive and in Europe". "I'm happy to be here and I look forward to a new adventure," the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner told AC Milan's TV channel after joining from Real Madrid. Modric, who turns 40 in September, joined the Spanish giants from Tottenham in 2012, going on to win six Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies. "I wanted to stay in Europe, to continue playing competitive football. I had some other offers but when Milan showed up for me it was clear from the first moment," he said. Milan finished a disappointing eighth in Serie A last season and will not play in European competition. But Modric insisted Milan remain "one of the biggest clubs in Europe". "Milan cannot be satisfied with average and needs to have the biggest goals possible, to win titles, to compete with the best teams in the world, that's why I am here." Modric signed a one-year contract, with an option for an additional season with the seven-time Champions League and 19-time Serie A winners. "I'm never satisfied, I always want more," he warned. "When you've experienced that feeling (of winning), you want to feel it even more. I still have hunger, desire, still wanting more." To explain his longevity, Modric said "the most important thing is the love for the game, for football". "That's what I still have, what I still feel in my belly, this fire, that's what pushes me ... there is no secrets, for me it's the passion, the love for football. I am never satisfied." The 2018 World Cup runner-up also spoke of his childhood memories of Milan. "When I was a kid, I watched the Italian league a lot, Milan was my favourite team," he recalled. "Also because Zvonimir Boban was there, who was my idol," he added, referring to his compatriot who wore the Rossoneri jersey from 1992 to 2001. jr/ea/gj
France 24
5 hours ago
- Sport
- France 24
Modric at AC Milan to 'stay competitive and in Europe' at 40
"I'm happy to be here and I look forward to a new adventure," the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner told AC Milan's TV channel after joining from Real Madrid. Modric, who turns 40 in September, joined the Spanish giants from Tottenham in 2012, going on to win six Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies. "I wanted to stay in Europe, to continue playing competitive football. I had some other offers but when Milan showed up for me it was clear from the first moment," he said. Milan finished a disappointing eighth in Serie A last season and will not play in European competition. But Modric insisted Milan remain "one of the biggest clubs in Europe". "Milan cannot be satisfied with average and needs to have the biggest goals possible, to win titles, to compete with the best teams in the world, that's why I am here." Modric signed a one-year contract, with an option for an additional season with the seven-time Champions League and 19-time Serie A winners. "I'm never satisfied, I always want more," he warned. "When you've experienced that feeling (of winning), you want to feel it even more. I still have hunger, desire, still wanting more." To explain his longevity, Modric said "the most important thing is the love for the game, for football". "That's what I still have, what I still feel in my belly, this fire, that's what pushes me ... there is no secrets, for me it's the passion, the love for football. I am never satisfied." The 2018 World Cup runner-up also spoke of his childhood memories of Milan. "When I was a kid, I watched the Italian league a lot, Milan was my favourite team," he recalled. "Also because Zvonimir Boban was there, who was my idol," he added, referring to his compatriot who wore the Rossoneri jersey from 1992 to 2001. © 2025 AFP
