Luka Modric might join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami for the upcoming Club World Cup. If it happens, fans will see two football legends playing side by side again, this time in the U.S., creating huge excitement worldwide.
Modric Says Goodbye to Real Madrid
Luka Modric, one of Real Madrid’s greatest midfielders, is getting ready to say goodbye to the club. Many fans thought the 39-year-old Croatian would stay for one more season, but that won’t happen. Luka has confirmed that he will leave Real Madrid after the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
Even though he is leaving Real, Luka is not retiring from football yet. He still wants to play and is looking for a new challenge outside Europe. That new challenge might come from the United States—and more specifically, Inter Miami.
A New Chapter with Messi in Miami?
According to strong reports, Modric could join Inter Miami, the club where Lionel Messi plays. The idea of seeing Modric and Messi play together again has fans all over the world excited.
Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo says that Inter Miami owner David Beckham has been interested in bringing Luka to the team since last year. In fact, back in April, Messi himself reportedly asked the club to sign Luka .
Now that Luka has confirmed he will leave Madrid, these talks are heating up even more. If everything goes smoothly, Luka could sign with Inter Miami as a free agent—meaning the club won’t have to pay a transfer fee.
What Modric Brings to Inter Miami
If Luka joins Miami, it will be a huge boost for the team. His experience, vision, and calmness in midfield would strengthen the squad. Fans would also get to enjoy a legendary partnership between Luka and Messi—something that hasn’t been seen since their El Clásico rivalry days, when Modric played for Real Madrid and Messi played for Barcelona.
The plan is for Luka to sign a one-year contract, which would run until July 2026. Reports say that the deal would be worth about $2.5 million per year, which is about 30 to 40 crore Bangladeshi Taka.
This would be a smart move for Inter Miami, especially as they prepare for the FIFA Club World Cup and continue building a team that attracts global attention.
Eyeing the 2026 World Cup
There’s another reason Modric might be heading to the U.S. The next FIFA World Cup in 2026 will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Modric may want to get used to the environment there ahead of the tournament.
Although he will be 40 during the next World Cup, Modric still dreams of leading Croatia one last time. Playing in the U.S. could help him stay in good shape while adjusting to the climate, travel, and lifestyle.
Joining Inter Miami could also allow Modric to focus more on his personal game without the intense pressure that comes with playing in top European leagues.
