The deal was agreed upon before the FIFA Club World Cup, though Luka Modric could only join AC Milan after his final match for Real Madrid in the tournament’s semifinals.

Croatia captain Luka Modric, who left Real Madrid after 13 years at the LaLiga club, has completed his move to AC Milan on a one-year deal with an option to extend until June 2027, the Serie A side said on Monday.

AC Milan have completed the signing of Luka Modric on a one-year deal, with the option of a further year, which is likely to see the Croatian continue playing at the top-level beyond his 40th birthday in September.