CurrentReport Blog In a recent interview with Philipp Kessler (via Madrid Zone on X), newly appointed Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, expressed his emotions about the nearing end of the storied careers of Real Madrid icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, and Toni Kroos. The Portuguese tactician, who has shared significant moments with each of these football greats, conveyed a sense of melancholy as these players approach the twilight of their illustrious journeys.
Mourinho remarked on their impending retirements, particularly highlighting their contributions at Real Madrid, where they cemented their legacies. He noted the exceptional success they achieved during their tenure at the Spanish club, a period marked by multiple UEFA Champions League titles and numerous domestic accolades.
Speaking on Ronaldo and Modric, who at 39 and 38 respectively, are likely participating in their final European Championships, Mourinho stated: “To watch Euro with sadness? Because I believe Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, and Cristiano Ronaldo, it is the last Euro for them. And I say sadness, because players like them, we don’t see very often.”
Toni Kroos, on the other hand, has already announced his retirement from professional football following Euro 2024, bringing an end to a career characterized by elegance and precision on the field.
Mourinho’s sentiments resonate deeply with football fans worldwide, as the trio has been integral to some of the most memorable moments in recent football history. Their departure marks the end of an era for Real Madrid and European football at large.
