Modric, who will turn 41 next week, has already committed to Milan for the 2026-27 season. The Croatian FA has confirmed in a statement on Saturday that Modric will be included in Slaven Bilic's national team squad for the September-October international break, which will be announced in full on Monday. Modric has given his confirmation that he will be available for the entirety of Croatia's upcoming Nations League campaign, assuming that he is fit.
Modric's decision to continue playing for Croatia is a significant one, especially considering his age. There had been suggestions earlier this summer that Modric could have retired after missing out on Champions League football with Milan at the end of last season, before a disappointing World Cup campaign, which ended in a round of 32 elimination by Portugal. Modric's marvellous career is set to continue, with the veteran midfielder currently holding the third all-time appearance record for any national team in the world with 202 caps, behind only Lionel Messi (207) and Cristiano Ronaldo (233).