Luka Modric's illustrious career at Real Madrid concluded on a sombre note. He played his last match for the club during their 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium. This marked the end of a 13-year journey with Madrid, which began when he transferred from Tottenham in 2012.Modric leaves behind an impressive legacy, having played 597 matches and secured 28 trophies, more than any other player in Real Madrid's history. His contributions have been significant, with only Karim Benzema surpassing his 500-plus appearances since Modric joined the team. Modric also ranks third in assists during this period, with 88 assists, following Toni Kroos and Benzema.Xabi Alonso expressed his regret over Modric's final game ending in such a manner. "It's a bitter end, his last game," Alonso remarked. "But apart from that, he's been a legend of the club, a legend of football and I have been his team-mate, now his coach. He's a great guy, and he's going to be remembered forever in Madrid."Modric is set to continue his career at AC Milan, as confirmed by Massimiliano Allegri. His move marks a new chapter after an extraordinary tenure at Real Madrid. During his time with the club, Modric created 842 goalscoring opportunities, second only to Kroos' 974 chances.

The Croatian midfielder's departure signifies the end of an era for Real Madrid fans who have witnessed his exceptional skills on the field. His influence extends beyond statistics; he has left an indelible mark on both the club and its supporters.