Gallery: ‘Modric arrives, ‘Welcome, Picasso’ – Today’s front pages in Italy

The front pages of the newspapers in Italy this morning are dominated by one man and one signing: Luka Modric.

The deal was officially confirmed by the club last night, with Modric penning a one-year contract (with the option of extending for another season) after undergoing his medical in the city on Monday.

Modric dominates the papers

As previously reported, the veteran midfielder will take the number 14 for his new club, and will get to work in early August, after his holidays.

La Gazzetta dello Sport: “Milan’s gold. Modric has signed: ‘I chose a great club, I came here to win. The fans will be proud.’ He’ll wear the number 14 shirt.”

Corriere dello Sport: “Welcome, Picasso. Luka warms up Milan: ‘I’m hungry for challenges.’ Artist Modric: standing ovation for the Croatian’s arrival in Milan: he brings 34 trophies and a Ballon d’Or.”

“Visits and signature: the former Real Madrid player has committed until 2026. He has the option to extend his contract for another year and wear the number 14 shirt. Tare is working on Jashari and Fran Garcia.”

Tuttosport: “Modric fires up Milan: ‘What a great challenge!’ Medical and signature for the Ballon d’Or winner.”

QS: “Modric arrives and signs: ‘Milan, I dreamed of you as a child’.”

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