Luka Modric keeps turning heads, especially as he nears 40. The midfielder from AC Milan seems to defy time, making his age look like just a number on a jersey. Antonio Pintus, Real Madrid’s performance chief, has been watching closely. He insists there’s no secret formula behind Modric’s amazing ability to stay at the very top of his game.
Pintus explained that it’s not some hidden trick. Instead, Modric’s success comes from many small things working together. He points to Modric’s incredible commitment to his sport. “Modric shows the highest level of professionalism,” Pintus shared. “He’s extremely careful with his training, what he eats, and how he recovers.”
Beyond the physical side, Pintus highlighted Modric’s mental toughness. “Even more important is his strong and strict mindset,” he added. “This drive means he’s never truly happy with what he’s already done. He’s a rare sight in sports, someone who plays well for so long. All of this comes from putting in the hard work every single day.” Pintus shared these thoughts in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport.