Luka Modrić may no longer shine as the standout figure in Real Madrid’s lineup, but he remains a key player for Carlo Ancelotti. In the match against Celta, the Croatian midfielder started on the bench but came on in the second half, setting a remarkable club record.
Modrić, at 39 years and 40 days old, surpassed Ferenc Puskás to become the oldest player to represent Real Madrid in an official match. Puskás previously held the record, having played for the club at 39 years and 36 days old in 1966.
Modrić is also chasing another milestone—becoming Real Madrid’s oldest goalscorer, a record that Puskás set at 39 years and 15 days. Given Modrić’s continued high-level performances, there’s a strong possibility he could break this record before his time at the Santiago Bernabéu concludes.
