Luka Modrić has officially announced that he will leave Real Madrid after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, concluding a legendary 13-year tenure with the club. His final match at the Santiago Bernabéu is set for Saturday against Real Sociedad, where the club will honor him with a special tribute .
Since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012, Modrić has become the most decorated player in Real Madrid’s history, amassing 28 major trophies, including six UEFA Champions League titles, four La Liga championships, and six Club World Cups. He has made nearly 600 appearances for the club and won the Ballon d’Or in 2018, breaking the decade-long dominance of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo .
In an emotional farewell statement, Modrić expressed deep gratitude to the club, its fans, and his teammates, stating, “Real Madrid will always be my home. For life. Hala Madrid y nada más” .
Looking ahead, Modrić has no plans to retire from football. He is reportedly considering a surprising move to Swansea City in the English Championship, where he recently became a minority owner . Additionally, he aims to represent Croatia in a fifth World Cup appearance in 2026 .
