Modrić's Humility Delights Italians
The Croatian captain returned to Milan after his holiday in Croatia on a regular flight, not a private jet, which La Gazzetta dello Sport highlighted as an example of professionalism.
The Croatian captain returned to Milan after his holiday in Croatia on a regular flight, not a private jet, which La Gazzetta dello Sport highlighted as an example of professionalism.
Luka Modrić has once again captured the attention of the Italian media, but this time not for his footballing skills. The Croatian captain and Milan midfielder returned to Milan after his holiday in Croatia, traveling on a regular Ryanair flight from Zadar instead of a private jet.
Modrić returned to Milan on the night between Tuesday and Wednesday, and the Ryanair flight he boarded landed at Malpensa Airport at 1:00 AM. Despite the late hour, the Croatian footballer, who was traveling alone, did not refuse requests for selfies and autographs from people he met on the plane and at the airport.
He was carrying a backpack with Croatian motifs, which further delighted those who recognized him during the flight and after arrival.
Italy's La Gazzetta dello Sport particularly highlighted Modrić's humility. "Some people wouldn't even think about traveling without the perks of a private flight, while others would gladly fly economy class. Luka Modrić clearly belongs to the latter category, because for him, substance has always been more important than style," writes the Italian newspaper.
"At a time when Maignan and Rabiot have become hot topics due to how their extended leave was handled, Modrić remains, as always, a role model, returning late at night to be ready for the resumption of work at Milanello in the afternoon."
Gazzetta also presents his move as another example of professionalism. Modrić arrived in Milan in the early hours of the night to be ready for training at Milanello by the afternoon.
The Italian newspaper compares him to Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot, whose extended holidays have sparked controversy in recent days. Modrić is portrayed as a role model that others should emulate.
Modrić spent a few days off near Zadar, where he owns property, after Milan finished their tour in Australia and Indonesia. Coach Rúben Amorim granted him three days of rest.
