Messi personally ordered the player! From Bernabeu to Miami Beach: Who is the last dance of the Magic Flute for?

When Modric ended his 13-year Real Madrid career with a statement, the entire football world's eyes suddenly turned to the other side of the Atlantic - a contract marked "2.5 million US dollars in annual salary + World Cup guarantee clause", Miami International quietly handed over to the legend that was about to bid farewell to the Bernabeu. This is by no means a simple story of pension gold digging. From Beckham to Messi, to the magic flute today, Miami International is weaving a sophisticated master catcher net.

Miami International's pursuit of Modric can be regarded as a "protracted war" in the transfer market. In the spring of 2024, when the Croatians entered their contract year for the first time, the upstart of the American League quietly launched the "Magic Flute Project". But what really heated up the situation was a leak in April this year: Messi directly put pressure on the management in the locker room, demanding that the old friend be recruited. Annual salary of US$2.5 million, what does it mean in the football transfer market? The age of 38 makes any club need to carefully evaluate risks, but Modric's condition is a miracle. This Miami International uses the structure of 1-year short contract + renewal options, which not only controls risks, but also leaves enough operational space for the future; compared with the European League, the attractiveness of the American League to veterans lies in the "retirement tour" effect. Bailey, Beckham and Ibrahimovic have all completed the elegant curtain call of their careers here, and the arrival of Modric will make Miami International a new landmark for global fans to make pilgrimage.

Miami International's ambition has long surpassed a single transfer. From signing Messi and Busquets to chasing Modric, this team is building a "legendary production line". Its logic is clear and cruel: use the superstar effect to quickly enhance brand value, and then achieve long-term profits through youth training and commercial development.

For Modric, the MFA may be the perfect next stop. There is no pressure to win every championship game in Real Madrid, but it can provide enough exposure and business returns. More importantly, he will become the "image ambassador" of Croatian football in North America, opening up new markets for the next generation of players.

When Modric leaves the Bernabeu, the emotions of Real Madrid fans are complicated. They thank the veteran for his loyalty and dedication, but they are worried about the gap in midfield creativity. But the football world is never a fairy tale, and business logic will eventually gain the upper hand. Modric's choice of Miami is not only a rational plan for his career, but also a compromise to family life - sunshine, beaches and tax-free policies, which are far more attractive than the cold winter in Madrid.

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