Rakitic praises Milan star Modric: 'Age is just a number for him'
Former Barcelona and Sevilla midfielder Ivan Rakitic has spoken admiringly about his longtime Croatia teammate Luka Modric, now at AC Milan. Rakitic emphasized that Modric defies conventional expectations about aging in football, calling age 'just a number' for the 39-year-old playmaker. The comments come as Modric continues to feature prominently for Milan following his high-profile move from Real Madrid. The exchange underscores the enduring respect between two of Croatia's most decorated midfielders of the modern era.
Read the full story at football-italia.netModric's seamless transition to Serie A has been one of the feel-good stories of the season, and praise from a compatriot like Rakitic reinforces the sense that Milan secured a player who still operates at the highest level. For Milan supporters, the endorsement adds further validation of the club's marquee summer signing and signals that Modric's influence in midfield remains undiminished. It also keeps the spotlight on Milan's broader project of blending experienced stars with emerging talent.
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