Croatian international midfielder Luka Modric could be set to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami following his announced departure from Real Madrid, according to Spanish publication Marca.

The 2018 Ballon d'Or winner announced on Thursday that he will leave the Spanish giants after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup this summer, ending a remarkable era at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Reports indicate that Inter Miami are actively pursuing Modric's signature during the upcoming transfer window. The Major League Soccer (MLS) club, co-owned by David Beckham, already boasts Argentine superstar Lionel Messi among its ranks.

Modric will play his final LaLiga match for Real Madrid on Saturday evening, bringing to a close his domestic career with the club after failing to reach an agreement on a contract extension.

During his illustrious tenure with Los Blancos, the former Tottenham Hotspur star has amassed an impressive trophy collection, including six UEFA Champions League titles, cementing his legacy as one of the club's greatest midfielders.

At 38, Modric appears determined to continue his playing career with a new club ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he hopes to represent Croatia once more on the global stage.

A potential move to Inter Miami would see Modric link up with Messi in what would be another high-profile acquisition for the ambitious American club as they continue to attract world-class talent to the MLS.