All eyes turn to the sacred No.10—will Mbappé rise to inherit Modric’s legacy, or will a new star emerge from the shadows?

Luka Modric has just dropped a bombshell, announcing that he will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season.

Breaking News - Luka Modric to leave Real Madrid

After 13 years at the club and a trophy haul unmatched, the Croatian icon is set to leave his iconic no.10 shirt behind.

Three players have already staked their claim for the iconic shirt. Those are Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo and Arda Guler.

Kylian Mbappe and 3 more players who could inherit Luka Modric's no.10  shirt next season — Tribuna.com

There’s also the chance the number could go to a high-profile midfield arrival, should someone like Florian Wirtz make the move to Madrid.

MODRIC 39 ANS NOUS SORT ENCORE UNE ÉNORME MASTERCLASS ! / COUP DUR POUR  KYLIAN MBAPPÉ ! - YouTube

Retiring the no.10 is not an option.

La Liga rules require all squad numbers from 1 to 25 to be in use, so rest assured, the iconic shirt will be passed on.