Luka Modric Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Net Worth 2026
Luka Modrić is a Croatian professional footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation. He is the captain of the Croatia national team and currently plays for AC Milan in Serie A.
Luka Modrić was born on September 9, 1985, in Zadar, Croatia (then part of Yugoslavia). He is 41 years old as of September 2026. He grew up in a rural area near Zadar. His parents, Stipe and Radojka Modrić, worked in a knitwear factory.
His childhood was heavily affected by the Croatian War of Independence. The family was displaced, his grandfather (also named Luka) was killed, and their home was destroyed. They lived for a period in a hotel in Zadar while the conflict continued. Modrić began playing football as a child in difficult circumstances and later joined the youth ranks of NK Zadar before moving to Dinamo Zagreb’s academy.
Modrić began his professional career with Dinamo Zagreb, with loan spells at Zrinjski Mostar and Inter Zaprešić. He established himself as a key player at Dinamo, winning multiple Croatian league titles.
In 2008 he transferred to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. After four seasons in England he joined Real Madrid in 2012. Over 13 seasons with the Spanish club he made nearly 600 appearances and won an extraordinary collection of trophies, including six UEFA Champions League titles, multiple La Liga titles, and other domestic and international honours. He formed part of one of the most successful midfield units in modern football alongside players such as Toni Kroos and Casemiro.
In the summer of 2025, after leaving Real Madrid, he signed for AC Milan on a free transfer. At nearly 40 he became one of the oldest players to debut in Serie A in recent years and continued to contribute at a high level into the 2025–26 and 2026–27 seasons.
Internationally, Modrić has been a mainstay and long-time captain of Croatia. He led the team to the 2018 World Cup final (winning the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player) and to third place in 2022. He remains active with the national team and was part of Croatia’s plans for the 2026 World Cup.
Luka Modric Wife
Luka Modrić married Vanja Bosnić in May 2010 in Zagreb. She previously worked in football agency and has supported his career. The couple have three children: son Ivano (born 2010) and daughters Ema (born 2013) and Sofia (born 2017).
He is known for maintaining a relatively private and family-oriented lifestyle despite his high-profile career. The family lived in Madrid for many years and later moved in connection with his transfer to Milan. He has remained closely tied to his hometown of Zadar and has supported local causes, including donations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Physical Appearance
Height
1.72 m (5 ft 8 in)
Build
Lean, athletic
Preferred Foot
Right
Notable
Exceptional stamina and technical quality for his age
Luka Modric Net Worth
Luka Modrić’s estimated net worth is approximately $75–90 million according to various sources. The majority of his wealth comes from high-value contracts at Real Madrid, earlier earnings at Tottenham, his AC Milan salary, performance bonuses, and endorsements (including long-term partnerships with brands such as Nike). He has also made investments, including a reported minority stake in Swansea City.
Social Media Presence
Luka Modrić is active on Instagram (@lukamodric10), where he shares career updates, family moments, and national-team content. He maintains a professional and relatively understated online presence compared with some of his peers.
FAQs
How old is Luka Modrić?
He was born on September 9, 1985, and turned 41
Is he married?
Yes. He has been married to Vanja Bosnić since 2010. They have three children.
