Croatian football legend Luka Modric is set to join Serie A giants AC Milan after playing his last game for Real Madrid in that brutal FIFA Club World Cup semi-final defeat to reigning European champions Paris Saint-Germain.
Modric enjoyed 13 successful years with Los Blancos, winning four La Liga titles, six UEFA Champions Leagues, five UEFA Super Cups, two Copa del Rey trophies, five Spanish Super Cups and six FIFA Club World Cup titles.
Speaking to the club’s official media channels ahead of his departure, the diminutive midfield maestro, who happens to be the most successful player in Real Madrid history, expressed pride in many achievements with the kings of Europe.
Luka Modric reflects on his time at Real Madrid
“An unforgettable, glorious and winning stage has ended. What I have experienced gives me more joy. Remembering everything I have achieved here makes me very happy, even if it is over. I have grown as a player and as a person. Real Madrid has given me everything football-wise and for that I will be grateful for life. I’m always going to be a Madridista.
“It has been a long journey, but unforgettable. I’ve grown a lot as a player and as a person. I have another house outside my house, because Madrid and Spain are like my second home. I’m very happy and I’m sure that with time I’ll be even more aware of what I’ve achieved, because I’m going to need some time to add up all the emotions and everything I’ve achieved here.
“Hearing my numbers makes me happy and proud of what I have achieved. Being the player who has won the most titles at the best club in the history of football is impressive. There are also other things, such as the affection of the people. I always keep that with me because it’s something that no one can take away from you. You can’t fool people and they won’t love you just because you play for Real Madrid, but the affection they have given me is impressive. I never imagined it.”
Asked about his favourite moment as a Madridista, Modric took a trip down memory lane. Back to the time when it all began for him, the 2014 Champions League final win against Atletico Madrid.
“The dominance of the last 12 or 13 years began, which has been incredible, winning six Champions League in 10 years. I always mention La Decima because it was impressive, and the way we won it perfectly defines what Real Madrid is: never give up and believe until the end. It was unforgettable for the Madridistas, because the number 10 is special. For me it is also a special number. When I remember that celebration I always get a smile.”
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