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Modric, 40, extends Milan stay until 2027

  • The 2018 ​Ballon d’Or winner enjoyed a glittering spell at Real Madrid, winning 28 major ​trophies
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AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has signed a contract extension ​that will keep the Croatian ‌with the Serie A team until June 2027, the club said on ​Thursday.

The 40-year-old has made ​37 appearances and scored two goals ⁠since joining Milan on a ​one-year contract last year.

The 2018 ​Ballon d’Or winner enjoyed a glittering spell at Real Madrid, winning 28 major ​trophies.

Widely regarded as Croatia’s greatest ​player, Modric has represented his country 202 ‌times, ⁠scoring 29 goals.

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He also featured in his 10th major international tournament at this year’s World Cup, ​at which ​Croatia were ⁠eliminated by Portugal in the round of 32.

Milan, ​seven-times European champions, finished ​fifth ⁠in Serie A last season and have turned to former Manchester ⁠United ​manager Ruben Amorim to ​revive their fortunes.