Luka Modrić

Key strength: Vision and passing

Creative playmaker

At 40 years old, Luka Modrić continues to orchestrate AC Milan's midfield as they sit 2nd in the Serie A table, proving that football intelligence transcends physical decline. The Croatian legend, now valued at a modest €4m, remains an indispensable presence in the Rossoneri's engine room. With 25 appearances and 1,874 minutes under his belt this season, Modrić has contributed 1 goal and 3 assists—numbers that barely scratch the surface of his influence. While his FIFA attributes have softened with age (pace at 50, physicality at 50), his passing vision (55) and football IQ remain elite weapons. Alongside attacking talents like Rafael Leão (85) and Christopher Nkunku (80), Modrić provides the metronomic rhythm that balances Milan's youthful exuberance. His partnership with Youssouf Fofana (78) in midfield has created a blend of steel and silk that underpins their title challenge. For a Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup finalist, this Milan chapter isn't a retirement tour—it's a masterclass in adaptation. Every touch, every feint, every weighted pass serves as a lesson for the next generation. In an era obsessed with speed and power, Modrić reminds us that time and space remain the ultimate currencies of football.