🎤 Not in the mood for singing: Modric’s unusual Milan debut | OneFootball

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·25 October 2025

🎤 Not in the mood for singing: Modric’s unusual Milan debut

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Classic introduction rounds, funny games, or the obligatory singing for a new start – that's the nightmare for many introverted people. Luka Modrić likely felt the same way when he joined AC Milan after leaving Real Madrid in the summer.

As in many clubs – from local leagues to the Champions League – there seems to be a tradition there: newcomers have to sing.


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However, the Croatian didn't seem to be in the mood for that at all. To avoid the embarrassing karaoke performance, Modrić simply brought a new iPhone for each of his new teammates. This was revealed by Milan striker Santiago Jiménez in a TikTok livestream.

"We came into the locker room, and every player saw a brand new iPhone at their spot. Instead of singing, he bought the phones," said Jiménez. Presumably a gift that his new colleagues were even more delighted about than the traditional singing performance, which Modrić managed to skip.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.


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