Despite the fact that he will celebrate his 41st birthday this coming September, Modric remains a physical marvel in the middle of the park. His statistics from the previous campaign highlight a player who is far from a bit-part contributor. Last season, he racked up 37 appearances for Milan, demonstrating a level of durability that defies his age.
Across those fixtures, he contributed two goals and three assists, logging a total of 2,864 minutes on the pitch. These numbers would likely have been even higher had he not been sidelined for a brief period in May due to a fractured cheekbone. His ability to control the tempo of matches remains elite, making the one-year extension a logical move for a club seeking leadership from a player of his stature, who joined Milan on a free transfer in July 2025 after a legendary 13-year spell at Real Madrid, where he captured numerous titles, most notably winning the Champions League six times.