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Luka Modric
Born: September 9, 1985
Height: 5' 8.5" (174cm)
Hometown: Zadar, Croatia
Nationality: 
Croatian
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CroatianPosition: Attacking midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 2002-2003 | Dinamo Zagreb |
| Senior | → 2003 | Zrinjski Mostar (loan) |
| 2003-2008 | Dinamo Zagreb | |
| → 2004 | NK Inter Zapresic (loan) | |
| 2008-2012 | Tottenham Hotspur | |
| 2012- | Real Madrid | |
| International | 2006- | Croatia |
Sports Mole has 2,669 articles about Luka Modric. Articles 1 to 40:
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Preview:Montenegro vs Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Montenegro and Croatia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 15, 12:53
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Preview:Croatia vs Faroe Islands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Croatia and Faroe Islands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 12, 22:41
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Preview:AC Milan vs Roma - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Roma, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 31, 13:48
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Mateo Kovacic: Man City ‘open to offers’ for midfielder ‘targeted’ by two Premier League clubs
Manchester City are reportedly ready to entertain offers for midfielder Mateo Kovacic amid interest from a number of European clubs.Oct 24, 14:20
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Liverpool transfer news: Price 'revealed' for Arne Slot midfielder as Real Madrid plot 'ambitious' move for 'perfect' star
Liverpool reportedly set a price for a key midfielder amid interest from Real Madrid, who see the Reds star as an ideal candidate to start in the middle of the pitch.Oct 23, 00:01
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Preview:AC Milan vs Pisa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Pisa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 22, 14:50
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Man City transfer news: AC Milan ‘could play Luka Modric card’ to sign “special” midfielder
AC Milan set their sights on signing a former Inter Milan player from Manchester City, according to a report.Oct 21, 13:26
Preview:AC Milan vs Fiorentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Fiorentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 17, 13:25
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The best midfielders of all time: Who make the grade alongside Zidane, Modric, Iniesta?
Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest midfielders in football history.Oct 12, 11:45
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Preview:Juventus vs AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between Juventus and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 3, 14:53
AC Milan transfer news: Rossoneri 'want to repeat Luka Modric trick' by signing Barcelona star
AC Milan are reportedly eyeing up the signing of Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski as a free agent at the end of the 2025-26 season.Oct 2, 17:18
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Preview:AC Milan vs Napoli - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Napoli, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 26, 14:58
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Ousmane Dembele wins Ballon d'Or: Every previous winner of the prestigious award including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Sports Mole takes a look at every past winner of the prestigious Ballon d'Or, including Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.Sep 22, 22:20
Preview:Udinese vs AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between Udinese and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 18, 13:31
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Bernardo Silva: Jose Mourinho could suffer early Benfica transfer blow as Man City star ‘targeted’ by European giant
Benfica - soon to be managed by Jose Mourinho - could face stern competition from a fellow European giant for the signature of Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva, according to a report.Sep 18, 12:59
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Sports Mole's all-time Champions League XI: Ahead of Thursday's league phase draw, who makes the grade?
With the 2025-26 Champions League season underway, Sports Mole compiles a greatest XI since the competition was revamped in 1992.Sep 16, 22:00
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Modric, Carvajal, Ronaldo: Which players have won the most Champions Leagues?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at which players have won the European Cup/Champions League at least five times.Sep 15, 11:51
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Preview:Croatia vs Montenegro - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Croatia and Montenegro, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 6, 21:46
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Preview:Faroe Islands vs Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Faroe Islands and Croatia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 3, 18:55
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Real Madrid 2025 summer transfers: Every confirmed signing and sale for Xabi Alonso's side
Track all of Real Madrid's 2025 summer transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, latest rumours and squad updates.Sep 3, 02:06
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Real Madrid contracts: Which players are free to leave Bernabeu in 2026?
Sports Mole rounds up all of Real Madrid's expiring contracts for next summer.Sep 2, 23:19
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Man City transfer news: Manuel Akanji wanted by four clubs as European giant ‘asks for deal conditions’
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji is reportedly wanted by four clubs ahead of next Monday’s transfer deadline.Aug 28, 12:39
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Crystal Palace transfer news: One final Premier League season for Adam Wharton before Real Madrid move?
Real Madrid are closely monitoring the transfer market in search of reinforcements to rejuvenate their midfield, and Adam Wharton – a standout at Crystal Palace – emerges as one of their top long-term targets.Aug 28, 06:31
Preview:AC Milan vs Cremonese - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Cremonese, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 21, 12:14
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Preview:AC Milan vs Bari - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Coppa Italia clash between AC Milan and Bari, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 15, 10:08
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Longest unbeaten runs in La Liga history: Real Madrid fell agonisingly short of Barcelona record in October 2024
Sports Mole counts down the longest unbeaten streaks in La Liga history.Aug 14, 13:39
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Preview:Chelsea vs AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's pre-season friendly between Chelsea and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 8, 13:58
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Preview:Leeds United vs AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season friendly between Leeds United and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 7, 12:02
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Preview:Arsenal vs AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Arsenal and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 21, 14:01
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Real Madrid defender 'main candidate' to join Luka Modric at AC Milan this summer
AC Milan are reportedly eyeing up a move for Real Madrid defender Fran Garcia as a Theo Hernandez replacement during the summer transfer window.Jul 15, 12:20
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Luka Modric's next club confirmed ahead of Real Madrid departure
AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri confirms Luke Modric's signing, with the experienced midfielder set to leave Real Madrid after the Club World Cup.Jul 8, 00:24
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos 'eyeing blockbuster move' for PSG superstar to replace Luka Modric
Real Madrid are allegedly lining up a spectacular summer move for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha this summer.Jul 4, 18:55
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Club World Cup top scorer: Who will win the golden boot race? Kane, Neto, Olise among contenders
With just three rounds remaining, Sports Mole takes a look at the contenders to be crowned top scorer - and claim the golden boot - at this year's Club World Cup.Jul 4, 15:33
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Real Madrid lineup vs. Borussia Dortmund: Predicted XI for Club World Cup quarter-final as Kylian Mbappe seeks starting role
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Real Madrid could line up for Saturday's Club World Cup clash with Borussia Dortmund.Jul 3, 15:43
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Summer transfer window 2025: 211 players available for free after contract expiration
Sports Mole takes a look at every player from Europe’s top-five leagues (England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain) who is available for free following the expiration of their contracts on June 30.Jul 1, 19:10
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Real Madrid preparing for David Alaba exit
Real Madrid are planning for David Alaba's departure, with the defender falling to fifth-choice centre-back after injury struggles.Jun 30, 08:45
Transfer news and rumours today: Luka Modric's next move confirmed, Leeds United plan fresh striker bid
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including a major update on Luka Modric's future, and Leeds United's desire to sign a new striker.Jun 25, 10:58
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Real Madrid lineup vs. Red Bull Salzburg: Predicted XI for Club World Cup Group H clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Real Madrid could line up for Friday’s FIFA Club World Cup Group H clash with Red Bull Salzburg.Jun 24, 22:52
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Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso 'intervenes' to keep AC Milan-linked midfielder at Bernabeu
Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso reportedly intervenes to stop club president Florentino Perez from selling Dani Ceballos this summer.Jun 19, 18:12
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Kevin De Bruyne: “Painful” Man City exit justified as Napoli’s new signing will be “treated like a God”
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