Real Madrid icon Luka Modric officially announced on Thursday that he will leave the club this summer, bringing an end to a legendary 13-year journey. During his time with Los Blancos, Modric amassed an incredible list of honors, including six Champions League titles and the prestigious Ballon d’Or in 2018. He also became the oldest player to represent the Spanish giants, further cementing his legacy. In response to the announcement, teammate and long-time international rival Kylian Mbappe shared a moving tribute on social media.
Posting on Instagram, Mbappe wrote:
“Brate, I was fortunate to play and share a dressing room with you this season. It gave me a closer look at what true GREATNESS is. Beyond being one of the greatest players in football history, you’re an incredible human being. You’ve written your name into the legacy of the world’s biggest club and achieved everything there is to win. But your most priceless achievement is the universal respect and admiration you’ve earned. Thank you for everything, LEGEND.”
Modric joined Real Madrid from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012 and was initially labeled the worst signing of the season by Spanish outlet MARCA. However, he went on to defy expectations with an extraordinary career marked by consistent brilliance and remarkable longevity, improving with age like fine wine. He is set to make one final appearance in a Madrid shirt at the revamped FIFA Club World Cup next month, where he could cap off his career with a 29th major honor. Currently, his tally of 28 trophies makes him the most decorated player in Real Madrid history.
On Saturday, May 24, Modric will bid farewell to the Bernabeu in front of a devoted home crowd as Real Madrid host Real Sociedad in their season finale. The evening will also mark the departure of head coach Carlo Ancelotti, who is set to take charge of the Brazil national team, and long-time squad member Lucas Vázquez, both of whom are expected to receive warm send-offs from fans.
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Kylian Mbappé
Kylian Mbappé Lottin
FranceThis season he played in total 33 times for 2828 minutes for La Liga.
Kylian Mbappé scored 29 goals for Real Madrid. He procured 3 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and 1 red card.
His team is currently 2nd in La Liga. In the last match Real Madrid won 2-0 against Sevilla.
Real Madrid performance and stats
Real Madrid
Real Madrid is currently 2nd in the La Liga with 81 points.
In the last 37 games, it has won 25 times, drew 6 times, and lost 6 times. In its last match, Real Madrid won 0-2 against Sevilla.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 76 goals and conceding 38.
Real Madrid will play the next match in La Liga against Real Sociedad on Saturday 24th of May in Madrid. The prediction is Real Madrid winning the match.
Luka Modrić
Luka Modrić
CroatiaThis season he played in total 34 times for 1730 minutes for La Liga.
Luka Modrić scored 2 goals for Real Madrid. He procured 6 assists. He received 7 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in La Liga. In the last match Real Madrid won 2-0 against Sevilla.
