Luka Modrić and Real Madrid: Love story with a happy ending.

At 39, the Croatian midfield maestro is still out there running games like he’s got a cheat code, and now, he’s made his intentions clear: Luka Modrić wants to retire at Real Madrid.

In an interview with Telefoot, Modrić didn’t leave much room for doubt. “I’d love to retire at Real Madrid, it’s my dream.” Simple. Direct. The kind of statement that makes Madridistas nod approvingly.

Of course, there’s no contract extension in place just yet. “There’s no hurry… full focus on the pitch, then we’ll see.” It’s classic Modrić, cool, composed, and focused on the football, not the paperwork.

Modrić the resilient Maestro

While most players in their late 30s are reminiscing about past glories, Modrić is out here bossing midfields for both Real Madrid and Croatia. He just helped Croatia take down France 2-0 in the Nations League. At club level, Carlo Ancelotti keeps turning to him in crucial moments, and for good reason, the man still pulls strings.

Madrid’s history is full of legends, but few have worn the white shirt with as much class and consistency as Modrić. Now, the only question is whether Real Madrid will grant him the ending credits he deserves, a retirement in the same place where he became one of football’s greats.