What happened
AC Milan director Igli Tare said the club is confident and very optimistic that Luka Modric will remain with the Rossoneri next season. Modric signed through June 2026 with an option for an extra year, and Milan have been trying to secure his decision before the summer.
Why it matters
The update matters because Modric's future has been tied to Milan's competitive outlook and Champions League status. Milan entered the weekend third in Serie A on 67 points after 35 matches, so keeping the 40-year-old would be a continuity win for a club still fighting to lock in a top-four finish.
The data edge
Modric's current Milan deal runs until June 30, 2026 with an option to extend to June 30, 2027. AC Milan's official Serie A standings page listed Milan third on 67 points through 35 matches, ahead of Juventus on 65, Roma on 64 and Como on 62. Milan announced on April 27, 2026 that Modric underwent surgery for a complex fracture of the left zygomatic bone after an injury against Juventus.
What to watch
Watch for Modric's formal decision on the extension option and whether Milan mathematically secures Champions League qualification. His recovery timeline after April's facial surgery will also shape when he can rejoin full club activity.