Captain, 37, says he'll proceed worldwide profession after Croatia clinches third spot in match in Qatar.
Croatia captain Luka Modric will not be prepared to hold up his soccer boots simply but.
The 37-year-old midfield common, shortly after main the nationwide group to victory on the third-place playoff of the World Cup in Qatar, mentioned he'll proceed to play for Croatia within the Nations League matches subsequent 12 months.
“About my future, I don’t know if I can be [playing] till the [2024] Euro in Germany, we'll see,” he instructed BeIn Sports activities after Croatia’s 2-1 win over Morocco at Doha’s Khalifa Worldwide Stadium on Saturday.
“I must go step-by-step. I’m having fun with the nationwide group, I really feel completely satisfied, I nonetheless suppose I can carry out on a excessive degree and I wish to proceed till no less than the Nations League,” the Learn Madrid participant mentioned.
“After that, there can be extra time to consider the Euro – however now, it’s go step-by-step and proceed till no less than the Nations League, and after we'll see.”
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic praised Modric’s “incredible job” in Qatar.
“He’s our captain, he’s our huge boss,” he mentioned.
“He performed incredible this match. He’s 37 years, however he performed like a 20/25-year-old. He’s our chief. Everybody follows him,” added Dalic.
“Some individuals suppose that is the top, however I feel he'll stick with Croatia for a very long time.”
Croatia assistant coach Ivica Olic additionally mentioned he was “100% positive” Modric can be within the squad if match.
Spain, Italy and the Netherlands have additionally certified for the ultimate 4 of the Nations League, with the semifinals scheduled for June 14-15, 2023, with the ultimate happening on June 18.
A draw on January 25 will decide the semifinals pairings.
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