Real Madrid captain Luka Modric has revealed the reasons behind his decision to leave the club at the end of their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign this summer. The Croatian midfield maestro, who has been a pivotal figure for Los Blancos since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012, will play his final match at the Santiago Bernabeu against Real Sociedad in the last La Liga game of the season.
In an emotional Instagram post, Modric expressed the difficulty of saying goodbye: “The moment has arrived. The moment I never wanted to come, but that’s football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end.”
Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano shed more light on the situation, revealing that the 39-year-old’s departure was influenced by Real Madrid’s intention to usher in a “new era” focused on younger players. According to Romano, Modric was keen to remain at the club but ultimately had to respect the management’s decision to prioritize youth in their squad rebuild.
During his illustrious tenure at Real Madrid, Modric won an incredible 28 trophies, including six UEFA Champions League titles and four domestic league crowns. His departure marks the end of an era for both the club and its fans, who have witnessed his brilliance and leadership for over a decade.
