Former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo reacted with a heartfelt message to Luka Modric’s departure from the club, paying tribute to his longtime teammate.
Real Madrid closed the season with more questions than answers, as the club failed to secure a single title despite boasting one of the most talented squads in Europe. With clear deficiencies in their collective play, changes are already underway—and one of the most significant moves involves a club legend. Luka Modric has announced his departure, marking the end of an era in the Spanish capital. Cristiano Ronaldo, his former teammate, was quick to respond.
Modric shared an emotional farewell message with fans on Instagram, thanking the Madridistas for over a decade of support. But what caught the most attention wasn’t just his words—it was the heartfelt reply from Cristiano Ronaldo, a player who shared countless memories and silverware with the Croatian maestro.
Cristiano kept it short, but the message carried weight. “Thanks for everything, Luka,” he wrote, followed by a pink heart emoji. “It was an honor to share so many moments with you at the club. Wishing you all the best in what’s to come!” Modric is expected to play his final match for Real Madrid this Saturday against Real Sociedad.
Modric leaves as one of the most decorated and respected players in the club’s history. He remains the only Croatian to ever win the Ballon d’Or, which he claimed in 2018 after a legendary campaign for both club and country. His departure signals the end of one of the last links to the club’s golden generation.
Real Madrid brought in Modric in 2012 from Tottenham Hotspur, and few could’ve imagined just how iconic his stay would become. Over 13 seasons, Modric displayed unrivaled professionalism, skill, and leadership, helping the club to multiple domestic and international titles.
Ronaldo and Modric: A legacy of success
From August 2012 to July 2018, Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo formed one of the most lethal duos in soccer. Their chemistry helped shape one of the most dominant stretches in Real Madrid’s illustrious history, capturing 15 official titles together during those six years.
Internationally, they won four UEFA Champions League trophies (2013-14, 2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18)—a modern soccer dynasty. Alongside that, they lifted three UEFA Super Cups and three FIFA Club World Cups, cementing Real Madrid’s place at the top of world soccer.
Domestically, the pair won one La Liga title together in 2016-17, though Ronaldo also had one from the 2011-12 season before Modric’s arrival. They also claimed a Copa del Rey in 2013-14, where Modric played a key midfield role, and won the 2017 Spanish Super Cup. Modric even made his debut appearance in the 2012 Super Cup just days after signing.
In total, Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo won 15 major trophies together at Real Madrid. Their partnership, both tactically and emotionally, helped define a golden era for Los Blancos. As Modric prepares to turn the page, his legacy—like Cristiano’s—will remain etched in the club’s storied history.
From: bolavip.com
