AC Milan identify Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller as potential Luka Modric successor

AC Milan are considering Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller as they plan for the departure of Luka Modric at the end of the season.

Modric joined the Serie A club in the summer of 2025 after completing a trophy-laden 13-year spell with Real Madrid. The 41-year-old has since become an important part of the AC Milan midfield, making 50 appearances in all competitions and scoring two goals.

However, Modric’s contract is due to expire at the end of the current campaign, prompting the club to assess possible replacements for the experienced midfielder.

According to SempreMilan, Stiller has emerged as one of AC Milan’s leading targets. The 25-year-old Stuttgart player is being considered as a potential successor to Modric as the Italian club begin preparing for life without him.

Stiller is understood to have a €40 million release clause in his contract. Several major clubs are also monitoring the Germany midfielder.