Luka Modric Set to Become Part Owner of Swansea City While Continuing Real Madrid Career

Luka Modric is reportedly set to become a minority owner of Championship side Swansea City — all while continuing his illustrious playing career.

The 39-year-old midfielder has been a cornerstone at Real Madrid since arriving from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012. Over 13 glittering seasons, Modric has made 583 appearances and collected 28 trophies with the Spanish giants.

Despite his contract expiring at the end of the current season, the Croatian legend recently reiterated his desire to retire at the Bernabeu. “Yes, I’d like to retire at Real Madrid, it would be a dream for me,” he told reporters.

However, no renewal has been finalized yet — and now, according to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Modric is venturing into football ownership.

Romano reports that Modric will acquire a minority stake in Swansea City, raising speculation over whether this move signals the beginning of the end of his playing days.

Still, sources close to the player insist that the investment will not impact his desire to continue playing. Modric reportedly plans to balance club ownership with extending his career at Real beyond this season.

The unexpected news sparked surprise across social media.

One fan wrote on X: “One of the weirdest posts I have ever seen! Completely out of the blue.”Another chimed in: “This is extremely random.”A third added: “This is quite unexpected.”

Swansea currently sit in 12th place in the Championship, with no realistic shot at promotion or threat of relegation. The club has undergone several ownership changes in recent years, and Modric’s involvement marks a new chapter in the Swans’ evolving off-field identity.

On the pitch, Modric remains a key figure for Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Real Madrid are in the thick of a title race with Barcelona, trailing by six points in LaLiga, and aiming for a Champions League semi-final spot — despite being 3-0 down to Arsenal after the first leg of their quarter-final tie.

Modric now joins a growing list of active footballers who are blending the business side of the game with their playing careers.

Earlier in 2024, Kylian Mbappé acquired an 80% stake in Ligue 2 club SM Caen through Coalition Capital. In 2023, N’Golo Kanté became chairman of Belgian third-tier team Royal Excelsior Virton following his move to Saudi Arabia.

There are no current LaLiga or FIFA rules preventing a player from owning a club in a different league — as long as the two clubs do not compete in the same competitions.

So for now, Modric’s new business venture won’t interfere with his day job — pulling the strings in Madrid’s midfield. But it certainly adds a fascinating layer to one of football’s most decorated careers.