Real have issued an official statement about the contract extension with Modric, stating: "Real Madrid and Luka Modrić have reached an agreement on a new contract, he will remain with the club until June 30, 2022".
Sharing on Twitter, Modric expressed his joy: Happiness and pride to continue wearing the jersey of the strongest team in the world. Hala Madrid!
At the age of 35, Luka Modric is still the most important factor in the Real Madrid squad. The Croatian midfielder showed that he is still strong enough to fight in all competitions. After 48 appearances, Modric has scored 6 goals in all competitions in the last season, including 35 times used by coach Zinedine Zidane in La Liga.
This new contract is considered Los Blancos' reward for the 3-year-old midfielder. The former Tottenham midfielder was an important factor in helping coach Zinedine Zidane's team finish second in La Liga this season. According to Spanish press, instead of demanding a higher income in this new contract, the No. 10 star has accepted a significant reduction in the salary he is receiving to support the club.
Having joined Real from Tottenham in the summer of 2012 for a fee of £30 million, Modric did not take long to integrate and become a mainstay at the Bernabeu. The Croatian star has made 391 appearances in all competitions, scoring 28 goals and providing 16 assists in his nine years of service to Los Blancos, winning four Champions League titles and two La LAs.
With Toni Kroos and Casemiro, Modric have built the strongest midfield trio in Europe in recent years. Although his physical strength has declined due to age, the 3-year-old veteran still shows the class and vision of a star who won the Golden Ball.
After completing his contract until 2022, Modric will have spent 10 years with Real Madrid, which has brought him to the peak of his career and even the most prestigious titles that a player can achieve.
