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Luka Modric Future Uncertain After Facial Injury

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Adam Moha

01 May 2026 1 Min

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Luka Modric faces a major decision about his future after suffering a facial injury while playing for AC Milan, with the 40-year-old Croatian considering retirement or extending his stay.

Luka Modric Future Uncertain After Facial Injury
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Luka Modric Future Uncertain After Facial Injury

Modric Suffers Fractured Cheekbone

Luka Modric is facing a major decision about his future after suffering a facial injury while playing for AC Milan. The 40-year-old Croatian must now choose between extending his stay at San Siro or bringing his remarkable career to an end.

Details of the Injury

Modric has been ruled out for the remainder of the Serie A season after suffering a fractured cheekbone in a collision with Manuel Locatelli during AC Milan's 0–0 draw with Juventus. The Croatian midfielder requires surgery and will miss Milan's final four domestic matches.

  • Luka Modric is 40 years old
  • He suffered a fractured cheekbone
  • He will miss AC Milan's final four domestic matches

What's Next for Modric?

The injury has added uncertainty to Modric's future, with the midfielder needing to decide whether to retire or continue playing. A decision on his future is expected soon.

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