Luka Modric, who is preparing to depart the club this summer, has received tributes from current and former Real Madrid players.
This summer, after the conclusion of their FIFA Club World Cup campaign, Modric had already disclosed his intention to depart from Real Madrid.
On Saturday, when Los Blancos host Real Sociedad in their last La Liga match of the season, the captain of Real Madrid will play his final game at Santiago Bernabeu.
The 39-year-old Croatia midfielder had on Thursday announced via his Instagram that he will leave Madrid.
“The moment has arrived. The moment I never wanted to come, but that’s football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end,” Modric said on Instagram.
“I arrived in 2012 with the hope of wearing the jersey of the best team in the world and the ambition to do great things, but I couldn’t have imagined what came next,” he said.
Reacting, both current and past Real Madrid players paid tributes to the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner on Instagram.
Here are the reactions gathered by :
Cristiano Ronaldo: “Thanks for everything, Luka! It’s an honor to share so many moments with you at the club. Wishing you success in whatever comes next.”
Karim Benzema: “Thank you, thank you very much what a player No10 forever.”
Jude Bellingham: “The only thing outweighing my sadness right now is the gratitude I feel for having had the honour of being your teammate
I will treasure forever the many wonderful memories, both on and off the pitch.
“Your magic was always expected, and while I can’t add anything new to the conversation about your remarkable accomplishments, your humility, openness, and dedication of time to everyone in every situation has astonished me. You exemplify all that is beautiful about football.
“Brate, I wholeheartedly thank you for every pass (be it with the inside or outside), every dribble, every nutmeg, and every shot. However, what means even more to me are our chats, your hugs, the dinners we shared, and the wisdom and advice you offered.
Wishing you and your family well with whatever comes next. Madridistas, let’s raise the roof of the Bernabeu with tributes to our Captain on Saturday,” he said.
Vinicius: “Luka, it’s so hard to bid farewell. For years, we shared a dressing room with a legend. His history in Madrid is unparalleled: 13 seasons, 28 titles, all achieved with elegance, talent, and humility that taught me more than a thousand words.
“I appreciate all the advice you gave, your playing style, and simply who you are. Your football was a masterpiece.
„Your treatment with me is a present. While I picked up a few things from watching your outside passes (A LA LUKA MODRIC), my biggest lesson came from your everyday generosity.
„Ich werde dich vermissen. Thank you for all your help, Master. He said, “I love you a lot.”
Arda Güler: “Luka abi, everything you did in this jersey wrote a story that inspires the dreams of everyone who loves football. You are a living legend.
“It was an honor to play alongside you and learn from you. Getting your advice about the game and life, witnessing your passion, ambition, and character was truly incredible.
“Good luck to you and your beautiful family for what’s next. I love you and I’ll miss being with you on the pitch.
“Following in your footsteps is a responsibility I’ll carry with pride and honor. Thank you for everything big brate,” he said.
Sergio Ramos: “Says goodbye to Real Madrid, a genius, a friend, a brother who has made football an art. One of those players for which Madrid fills the stadium and the world stands in front of the screen in every game.
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