Luka Modric
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| Position | Midfielder |
| Height / weight | 1.72 m / 65 kg |
| Born | 9 Sept 1985 (40 years) |
| Nationality |  Croatia |
| Number | 14 |
Luka Modrić is a Croatian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Serie A club AC Milan and captains the Croatia National Team.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Luka Modrić was born on September 9, 1985, in Zadar, SR Croatia, SFR Yugoslavia. The Croatian midfielder stands 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) tall.He married Vanja Bosnić in May 2010 in a private ceremony in Zagreb after four years of dating, and they have three children. Modrić is a cousin of Australian footballer Mark Viduka and is the godfather of Mateo Kovačić's son. He generally maintains a low profile outside of football and released his autobiography, "Moja igra" (My Game), in late 2019.
Career
Modrić began his professional career with Dinamo Zagreb in 2003. He gained valuable experience on loan at Zrinjski Mostar and Inter Zaprešić before making his debut for Dinamo in 2005.His impressive performances led to a move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2008, where he helped the club achieve their first UEFA Champions League qualification in nearly 50 years.
In the summer of 2012, Modrić joined Real Madrid for a £30 million transfer fee. He became a key figure in the club's midfield, winning the Champions League four times in five years between 2014 and 2018. In total, he won 28 major trophies at Madrid, including six Champions League titles and four La Liga titles, becoming the most decorated player in the club's history. He left Real Madrid in July 2025, joining Serie A club AC Milan on a free transfer.
Modrić made his international debut for Croatia in 2006. He has been the anchor of Croatia's "Second Golden Generation," leading the team to the 2018 World Cup final, where he won the Golden Ball, and a third-place finish at the 2022 World Cup, earning the Bronze Ball. He broke the duopoly of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo by winning the Ballon d'Or in 2018.
Team Honors
- 2005–2006 - Prva HNL, Dinamo Zagreb
- 2006–2007 - Prva HNL, Dinamo Zagreb
- 2007–2008 - Prva HNL, Dinamo Zagreb
- 2013–2014 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
- 2015–2016 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
- 2016–2017 - La Liga, Real Madrid
- 2016–2017 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
- 2017–2018 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
- 2018 - FIFA World Cup runner-up, Croatia
- 2019–2020 - La Liga, Real Madrid
- 2021–2022 - La Liga, Real Madrid
- 2021–2022 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
- 2022 - FIFA World Cup third place, Croatia
- 2022–2023 - Copa del Rey, Real Madrid
- 2023–2024 - La Liga, Real Madrid
- 2023–2024 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
Individual Honors
- 2007 - Croatian Footballer of the Year
- 2008 - UEFA European Championship Team of the Tournament
- 2013–2014 - La Liga's Best Midfielder
- 2015 - FIFA FIFPRO World 11
- 2016 - La Liga's Best Midfielder
- 2017–2018 - UEFA Men's Player of the Year Award
- 2018 - Ballon d'Or
- 2018 - The Best FIFA Men's Player
- 2018 - FIFA World Cup Golden Ball
- 2018 - IFFHS World's Best Playmaker
- 2019 - Golden Foot
- 2022 - FIFA World Cup Bronze Ball
Career Stats
Luka Modric FAQ
Where is Luka Modrić from?
Luka Modrić is from Zadar, Croatia.
What team does Luka Modrić currently play for?
As of 2026, Luka Modrić plays for AC Milan.
What position does Luka Modrić play?
Luka Modrić plays as a Midfielder.
How tall is Luka Modrić?
Luka Modrić is 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) tall.
