Xavi Alonso clearly told Real Madrid that Modric must stay. Real Madrid's new coach Alonso believes that Modric's experience and leadership are crucial to the team.

Modric is 39 years old and his current contract with Real Madrid will expire in June 2025. This season, he played 56 times for Real Madrid, 26 of which were as a starter, contributing 4 goals and 9 assists. Although aging may bring physical challenges and limited playing time under Ancelotti this season, he can always stabilize the morale of the team at critical moments with his excellent technical and tactical understanding.

Alonso hopes that Modric will stay, and also takes into account the team's transition needs and the growth of young players. Modric's presence in the locker room is crucial to the development of young players such as Arda Guler, Jude Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga, and can help them better assume important roles.

Modric is close to renewing his contract with Real Madrid for another year