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The 39-year-old magic flute finally fulfilled its childhood dream! Milan signed Mr. Golden Ball within 48 hours to make the last dance of the World Cup

3:28am, 5 June 2025Football

The rumor of Golden Globe winner Modric and AC Milan's "24-hour countdown" is setting off a storm of public opinion in the football world. After the 39-year-old veteran bid farewell to Real Madrid, he is expected to join the Serie A giants on the front line? There may be three major controversies behind this seemingly win-win deal. Is the curtain call for the

legendary ending or a new chapter?

13 years of Real Madrid career, 28 championship trophys, Modric has long been awarded the title of god. But the 1+1 contract issued by Milan is quite intriguing - the annual salary of 3.5 million euros after tax is less than half of the Real Madrid period, and the bonus terms are more like a "bet agreement". Is Milan really going to bet on the veteran core? Or take the opportunity to hype the emotional card? After all, the Ross and Blacks ranked second in Serie A last season, and the lack of creativity in the midfield is a flaw, but it would be too ideal to expect the 39-year-old veteran to take on the Serie A defender every game.

Milan's emotional trap?

Dimazio revealed that the identity of "childhood Milan fans" was the key incentive, but professional football never believed in fairy tales. The bleak ending of Kaka's second entry into the palace of San Siro is still in front of him. Now Milan needs combat power rather than totem. It is interesting to note that the "core position before the World Cup" clause in the contract - the Croatian veteran will be 40 next summer. If his condition declines sharply, will Milan be willing to pay for his feelings? This wave of operations is like a marketing method where commercial packaging is greater than competitive demand.

The final sprint for the World Cup?

Modric's team emphasized "accumulating strength for the 2026 World Cup", but the reality is cruel: the golden generation of Croatia has disappeared, and the 38-year-old midfielder is unable to support it. If he becomes a substitute in Milan, he may ruin his national team career. What’s even more paradoxical is that Serie A is known for its strict tactical discipline. Can the magic flute’s elegant ball style be adapted to the Pioli system? This makes people doubt: the so-called "core commitment" is just a bargaining chip for transfer negotiations.

When the legend meets capital, the veil of warmth of football will eventually be torn apart. If this transfer comes true, is it a good story for veterans to realize their dreams or a very gambled adventure in Milan? Perhaps only at the end of the season can the true quality of this wealthy game be tested

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