Luka Modrić has officially announced his departure from Real Madrid after 13 illustrious years, bringing to an end a golden era during which he captured every possible trophy at both domestic and international levels. His final appearance at the Santiago Bernabéu will come against Real Sociedad in La Liga, marking the farewell of yet another Real Madrid legend.
However, before leaving, Modrić surprised everyone with a piece of golden advice for club president Florentino Pérez: he urged the club to sign a new midfielder to replace him. In a major revelation, the Croatian icon recommended Vitinha, the Portuguese star from Paris Saint-Germain, as the ideal successor to carry on his legacy in Real Madrid’s midfield.
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Vitinha, who has been excelling in Ligue 1 with PSG, possesses the qualities needed to step into Modrić’s shoes. His sharp vision, pinpoint passing, and tactical intelligence make him a perfect fit for Real Madrid’s midfield setup. According to Modrić, Vitinha has the skill set to command the center of the pitch and thrives in high-intensity, European-style matches — a key requirement for any Real Madrid midfielder.
Modrić, whose technical brilliance has been pivotal to Madrid’s success for over a decade, believes that 23-year-old Vitinha has the potential to surpass top talents like Florian Wirtz and Pedri in the near future. His recommendation to Xabi Alonso and Pérez reflects his strong belief in the young midfielder’s ability to uphold — and even elevate — the standards of excellence at Real Madrid.
As the club braces for a summer of significant transition, Modrić’s final contribution could be the start of a new chapter in the heart of Los Blancos’ midfield.
