Former Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has said that AC Milan were convincing with their attempt to sign him. He recently revealed that he appreciated how Milan’s sporting director came to him to present the club’s project personally.
Speaking to the press, the Croatian playmaker disclosed that the visit played an important role in his decision to sign because it proved that AC Milan is serious about him.
According to him, winning titles with the very best teams in Europe remains the goal for him as a footballer, and he doesn’t intend to settle for less despite his age.
“I wanted to stay in Europe to continue playing competitive football. I had other offers, but when Milan called me, it was clear to me. I wanted it right away.
I was also impressed by the fact that sporting director [Igli] Tare came to Croatia to present the project and everything about Milan to me. It was very important for me; it showed me how much they wanted to bring me here. Milan is one of the biggest clubs in Europe.
You can’t be satisfied with being average, you have to set yourself the highest possible goals: winning titles and competing with the best teams in the world. That’s why I’m here,” he said.
Luka further noted that he has set himself very possible goals for the next phase of his career, and he is focused on meeting his targets.
Modric concluded by saying that the most important thing is the love he still has for football.
“You can’t be satisfied with being average, you have to set yourself the highest possible goals: winning titles and competing with the best teams in the world. That’s why I’m here.
As a child, I watched Serie A a lot, and Milan was my favourite team. At that time, we watched Milan a lot in Croatia because it was one of the most popular clubs in the world. My idol [Zvonimir] Boban was also there. Now I’m very happy to be here and can’t wait to start this new adventure.
I always say that the most important thing for me is love: love for the game and for football. I still have it, I feel that fire burning inside me. That’s what drives me. Then there’s also the fact that I work hard, prepare myself to be at my best and live a healthy lifestyle,” he added.
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