"With the World Cup next summer, Luka Modric wanted to continue playing football in an elite setting, and he chose to do so with AC Milan. When he arrived, few expected him to be as instrumental as he has been, in both ways. There were doubts about whether he could perform to the same level and then about his minutes. Yet, in both categories, he has been flawless."
"Modric likes to plan everything, and that is why he has returned to Italy with fuel in the tank, after 'rationed' minutes with the national team. Against Gibraltar, he started from the bench and then played the last 20 to seal the game. With the Rossoneri, there has been little chance to rest, given that Massimiliano Allegri is 'unwilling' to give up on the Croatian midfielder so far. After all, why drop the diamond of your midfield for no reason?"
"At least with his national team, he can manage his own schedule; he knows his body religiously after all. There was also no need to really put extra work into his schedule, with Croatia already nearly qualified for next summer's tournament, which is only a point away. On the other hand, there is also the Diavolo to consider. The Serie A season is long, and he knows that it will be a marathon, so saving energy where he can will be vital to him."
Luka Modric joined AC Milan to keep playing at an elite level ahead of next summer's World Cup. He has exceeded expectations by performing flawlessly both in quality and availability despite initial doubts about his minutes. He reduced national-team minutes, returning to Italy with freshness after limited Croatia appearances, including a 20-minute cameo against Gibraltar. Massimiliano Allegri has relied heavily on him, limiting rest opportunities. Modric monitors his body closely and prioritizes energy conservation over a long Serie A marathon, aiming to peak in decisive later months. His professionalism and work ethic are influencing teammates positively.
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