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Allegri Confirms Luka Modric’s Arrival at AC Milan in August

Allegri has reshaped the squad with Reijnders, Hernandez set to depart alongside confirmations that Maignan, Leao will stay in Milan's wider rebuild.

Soccer Football - FIFA Club World Cup - Quarter Final - Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund - MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - July 5, 2025 Real Madrid's Luka Modric arrives at the stadium before the match REUTERS/Hannah Mckay
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Overview

  • Modric will leave Real Madrid after the Club World Cup and join AC Milan in August, ending his 13-year tenure at the Spanish club.
  • The 39-year-old Croatia captain and 2018 Ballon d’Or winner is expected to provide veteran leadership for a side that finished eighth in Serie A last season.
  • Newly reappointed coach Massimiliano Allegri confirmed the sales of midfielder Tijjani Reijnders and hinted at a potential exit for full back Theo Hernandez.
  • Goalkeeper Mike Maignan and forward Rafael Leao have indicated their willingness to remain at Milan ahead of the new season.
  • AC Milan will open its Serie A campaign at home against Cremonese on August 23 as it seeks a return to European competition.