Luka Modric Potential Next Club

We examine Luka Modric's potential next club following the news the Croatian legend will be departing Real Madrid following the FIFA Club World Cup this summer.

MLS

The MLS continues to be one of the most popular destinations for football legends to spell an end to their playing career.

The great Lionel Messi has opted to go down this path having signed for David Beckham-owned Inter Miami in 2023, with the Argentine since joined by his former Barcelona teammates Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.

A player of Modric's stature is likely to be alluring to a plethora of MLS clubs, with a move to the States perhaps a desirable option for the Croatian and his family as the end of his career draws closer.

Saudi Pro League

Whenever a high-profile world star becomes available it is inevitable that there will be interest from the Saudi Pro League.

As a Real Madrid legend and six-time UEFA Champions League winner, there will almost certainly be suitors for Croatian icon Modric in the Saudi Pro League.

Whether 39-year-old Modric would be willing to ply his trade in the Saudi Pro League is another matter, but it would not be a surprise if an offer is on the table for the midfielder.

Dinamo Zagreb

A proud Croatian, Modric may wish to finish his playing days back in his homeland.

The silky playmaker began his professional career at 25-time Croatian champions Dinamo Zagreb back in 2003, with the opportunity to hang up his boots back where it all began perhaps an attractive proposition for Modric.

Of course this move is likely to be far less lucrative than other potential available to the midfielder, but finances may no longer be a material factor for Modric at this late stage in his career.

Swansea City

One left-field potential next club for Modric is Championship outfit Swansea City, with the Croatian joining the club's ownership group in April 2025.

With the former Tottenham midfielder reportedly keen to keep playing until the 2026 World Cup, perhaps he may fancy familiarising himself with his new investment in the most attention-grabbing way possible by pulling on the club's shirt for a season.

The prospect of the legendary Modric strutting his stuff on the south coast of Wales in the 2025/26 campaign is likely to enthrall Swansea supporters.