Swansea moves “an exciting opportunity”

Luka Modric says he wants to help Swansea “compete at the highest level” after being surprisingly announced as a co -owner of the championship club on Monday.

Real Madrid’s midfielder, 39, who won the Golden Ballon in 2018, has invested in the club.

Swansea City is happy to welcome @ Luke Modric10 to our property group.

Recognized as one of the best players of his generation, the leadership, knowledge and passion of Luka football will be key to the continuous development of the club.

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– Swansea City AFC (@swansofficial) April 14, 2025

It has spent the last 13 seasons with Real Madrid and helped them to win six titles from the Champions League after a four -year spell in Tottenham in his distinguished career.

Modric said, “This is an exciting opportunity. Swansea has a strong identity, an incredible fanbase and the ambition to compete at the highest level.

“Playing at the highest level, I think I can provide my experience to the club.

“My goal is to support club growth in a positive way and help build an exciting future.”

The Swansea Board said, “We are delighted that Luka has joined our property group.

Of our first discussions, it was clear that there was alignment in our views and that Luka would be a real asset for our group.

“We want to thank Luka and his team for their support during this process and hope to welcome it at Swansea.com Stadium to get to know -all as soon as possible.”

Swansea is the 12th place in the championship with four remaining games, nine shy points of the play-offs. Then they face Hull fighters on Good Friday.