Former Italy international Luca Toni praised Luka Modrić's immediate impact, remarking, "Modrić is the best signing of 2025 due to the sheer quality he has brought. We see true champions, even at 38 or 39, play alongside younger teammates with remarkable ease. He could have chased a fortune in the UAE, but instead chose to challenge himself." Echoing this sentiment, former goalkeeper Sébastien Frey stated, "For me, Modrić has been the best signing in Serie A this year. We're talking about a champion who sometimes opts for a new challenge. Despite his incredible history at Real Madrid, he joined a top club like Milan, and witnessing him perform at this level is a joy." LukaModric SerieA ACMilan RealMadrid