Former AC Milan star, Demetrio Albertini, has in contrast Luka Modric to Italian icon, Andrea Pirlo and believes the Croatian can push the Rossoneri to the Scudetto. Who Did Albertini Evaluate Luka Modric Too? The Croatian midfielder accomplished a transfer to Milan throughout the 2025 summer time switch window, ending a 13-year spell with Actual Madrid which […]
Former AC Milan star, Demetrio Albertini, has in contrast Luka Modric to Italian icon, Andrea Pirlo and believes the Croatian can push the Rossoneri to the Scudetto.
Who Did Albertini Evaluate Luka Modric Too?
The Croatian midfielder accomplished a transfer to Milan throughout the 2025 summer time switch window, ending a 13-year spell with Actual Madrid which noticed Luka Modric turn into among the finest gamers in soccer.
Throughout his time in Spain, Modric made 597 appearances for Los Blancos, profitable six Champions Leagues, 4 La Liga titles, 5 Membership World Cups, 5 UEFA Supercups, 5 Supercopa de Espanas and two Copa del Rays.
His performances in Madrid have translated seamlessly into the Milan midfield, beginning in every of the Rossoneri’s 4 Serie A matches and contributing to 2 objectives (1G +1A).
The 40-year-old is predicted to characteristic in Milan’s Coppa Italia clash against Lecce, as Massimiliano Allegri appears to be like to compete in each competitors this season.
One man that has been impressed with Modric’s performances for Milan up to now is former Rossoneri participant, Demetrio Albertini, who received 5 Serie A titles with the membership between 1991-1999.
The 54-year-old performed with Italian icon, Andrea Pirlo, throughout their time in Milan and in contrast Luka Madoric to the previous Rossoneri midfielder.
Albertini mentioned: “The comparability holds up, and it’s no coincidence that they’re each attacking midfielders who, throughout their careers, dropped deeper to place their high quality on the service of the staff. Earlier than, the No.10s, from Platini to Giannini, have been protected by holding midfielders and performed greater up.
“Then we noticed gamers like Ancelotti and me, who might each win again the ball and act as playmakers. Pirlo, in that position, modified soccer, and now Milan have one other champion taking part in in entrance of the defence.”
Can AC Milan Win The Scudetto?
Massimiliano Allegri was introduced in for his second spell with AC Milan after the Italian facet put in an underwhelming efficiency final sesason – ending eighth in Serie A.
The Rossoneri have made an excellent begin to their 2025/26 marketing campaign, profitable three of their 4 Serie A matches and sitting third within the desk with 9 factors.
Christian Pulsic has shone throughout Rafael Leao’s absence, turning into the highest scoring USMNT in European soccer whereas Luka Modric has led by instance in midfield.
Milan might be trying to push Inter, Napoli and Juventus for the Scudetto, which is one thing that Albertini believes is feasible below Allegri this season.
Albertini mentioned: “Milan can’t simply compete; they have to combat for the Scudetto. Once you put on the Rossoneri shirt, you’re obliged to purpose for the utmost.
“Managing key moments throughout the season is unknown for everybody, however these first matches have proven that the Satan can keep on the high. Allegri is aware of methods to win and methods to construct one thing.
“If in case you have a strong group that follows you and works nicely, transmitting your tactical perception is far simpler. In opposition to Bologna and Udinese, I noticed a staff with clear concepts.
“Milan have among the finest midfields in Serie A. They’re on par with Napoli. Possibly Allegri is lacking one thing in assault, however in midfield, they’ve already discovered a stability between younger gamers and veterans.”
