AC Milan and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric has successfully undergone surgery for a fractured left cheekbone. The injury occurred during Sunday's Serie A match against Juventus following a clash of heads with midfielder Manuel Locatelli, forcing him to leave the field with 10 minutes remaining.
Injury details and immediate aftermath
Despite the gruesome injury, Modric remained on the bench until the end of the game without receiving immediate medical treatment. The Croatian federation confirmed that national medical staff are in contact with both the player and his club regarding his recovery.
World Cup prospects
Croatia's head coach, Zlatko Dalic, expressed confidence in Modric's recovery and his ability to lead the team at his fifth World Cup, which begins on 11 June. Modric is expected to miss AC Milan's remaining four Serie A games but may be fit in time for the tournament. If he recovers, he might require a protective mask to play.
Croatia will face England, Ghana, and Panama in Group L. Modric's experience and leadership will be crucial for the team's campaign.
