Luka Modric prefers to stay at the Bernabeu, but an attractive offer from Saudi Arabia could make him consider his future.
Modric is facing the opportunity to go to Saudi Arabia to play football. Photo: Reuters.
According to AS , the Saudi side is willing to double the salary that Modric is receiving at Real Madrid. The midfielder can receive 25 million euros a year after tax. Furthermore, Modric will be signed to a two-year contract in the Saudi Pro League, instead of just being able to expect a 12-month deal in the Spanish capital.
Last month, Mundo Deportivo revealed that Al Nassr approached Modric with the hope of signing the 2018 World Cup runner-up. The giants of Saudi football want to build a strong squad to compete with Al Hilal in the domestic tournament. , as well as set ambitions to win the AFC Champions League.
Modric is said to have informed Real Madrid of the offer from the Middle East. Currently, contract negotiations between him and “Los Blancos” have not progressed. At Madrid, Modric is considered one of the team’s best players of the past decade. People especially recognize the 37-year-old midfielder’s outstanding performance in big matches.
However, there are two possibilities that can make Modric leave Real. Accordingly, the Spanish team could not provide a good contract as the Saudi side suggested. In addition, the fact that Modric also wants to contribute to the Croatian team is an obstacle. Real owners suspect that Modric cannot guarantee his fitness when he has to stress both the club and the team.
In the national team, Modric has no plans to retire. The midfielder wants to continue to participate in EURO 2024 taking place in Germany. He played 187 minutes in two matches against Wales and Türkiye last month.
Goal said “Los Blancos” is still studying the terms of a new contract with Modric. The Croatian star will become a free agent this summer if Real does not make a move.
Modric personally admitted: “I want to stay here because of my own value created by myself, not needing a contract of pity. If the club thinks I am worthy of a new contract then I will be very happy to stay. “.
