Luka Modric is set to leave Real Madrid following a challenging season for the club. Without so much minutes this season, as there were opportunities for the younger players in the squad, the Croatian star will be playing his last game with Real Madrid’s jersey this Saturday against Real Sociedad.
Modric, one of Croatia’s greatest footballers, is the only player from his country to win the Ballon d’Or, an honor he earned after delivering one of the finest seasons of his career with Los Blancos.
Real Madrid signed Modric 13 years ago while he was playing for Tottenham Hotspur, and the midfielder has since demonstrated unwavering commitment to the club, helping deliver numerous titles along the way.
How many titles has Modric won with Real Madrid?
After 13 years with the club, Modric has won 28 major trophies, making him the most decorated player in Real Madrid history, according to the team’s official website. His most recent title came in December, when the club claimed the Intercontinental Cup.
He played a pivotal role in Real Madrid’s run of six UEFA Champions League titles, showcasing his exceptional vision and tactical awareness. With his ability to create space and elevate the play of those around him, Luka Modric cemented his status as one of the greatest players in the club’s storied history.
Modric announces final game with Real Madrid in message to fans
Modric took to social media to announce that this weekend’s match will be his final appearance for Real Madrid. In an emotional message, he reflected on his early years with the club and shared memories of the unforgettable moments he experienced alongside the fans, having won 28 trophies during his time with Los Merengues.
“Dear Madrid fans, Time has come. The moment I never wanted to come, but that’s football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end… On Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabeu,” Modric wrote on his X account.
He added: “I arrived in 2012 with the desire to wear the shirt of the best team in the world and with the ambition to do big things, but I couldn’t imagine what came next. Playing at Real Madrid changed my life as a soccer player and as a person.“