AC Milan is growing increasingly optimistic about retaining the services of Luka Modric for the upcoming season. The Croatian midfielder has been a vital component of the team, and the club is keen to keep him under the guidance of new coach Ruben Amorim. Modric's experience, leadership, and influence in the dressing room make him an indispensable asset to the team.

Amorim has already been in touch with Modric, trying to persuade him to stay in Serie A. Further discussions are expected to define his role in the team's project, with a possible more managed approach to his playing time due to the increased number of fixtures and Europa League participation.

The club considers Modric a fundamental figure, not only for his skills but also for his leadership and weight within the dressing room. He has reportedly received assurances about the club's future directly from owner Gerry Cardinale during the World Cup. His continued presence would be a significant signal of continuity for a team undergoing substantial technical renewal.

The Milan midfield is set to undergo significant changes, with players like Fofana, Loftus-Cheek, Bennacer, and Bondo expected to leave. The club aims to balance the freshness of new signings with the guidance of a seasoned champion like Modric.