Luka Modric tipped to PLAY for Swansea alongside being part-owner as Real Madrid legend’s full role revealed

LUKA MODRIC is getting stuck in as he attempts to drive Swansea into the Premier League.

The six-time Champions League winner, who bought a stake in the Welsh club this summer,  has no intention of taking a back-seat role.

While the 39-year-old has joined AC Milan after leaving Real Madrid, there is hope the Croatian star could end his career PLAYING for Swansea.

After starring under Jose Mourinho at the Bernabeu, he could go from the Special One to Special Swan!

But Modric has already helped Swans sign Zeidane Inoussa by calling the 23-year-old Swedish winger to sell the club to him. And he has been studying videos of games and providing feedback to boss Alan Sheehan.

Ahead of today’s Championship opener at Middlesbrough, Swansea CEO Tom Gorringe revealed: “Luka is looking at what he’s going to do once he hangs up his boots.

“He’s interested in the business side, the development of young players, the coaching and tactical side… and all aspects he hasn’t been exposed to as a player.

“Already he’s been helpful from a recruitment perspective, speaking to potential targets. Where he’s got  connections, he provides feedback and plays a part in helping us recruit.

“If you’re trying to sign particularly a midfield player Luka can ring them to talk about our project.

“There’s no greater endorsement for Swansea than him.”

Modric has been a Swansea admirer since he played against them for Tottenham in 2011-12 when Brendan Rodgers was boss in South Wales.

He was impressed with the ‘Swansea Way’ of playing which saw them spend seven seasons in the top flight. And even in the seven years since they were relegated, they have not sacrificed those principles.

Gorringe said: “When we met in Madrid, Luka told me there’s a trend to recruit footballers with big physical presence. But he believes football is played with the head.

“Luka’s a perfect role model when you consider the size he is and the career he’s had — all from a humble background in the former Yugoslavia. He is passionate about helping others  —   and would be great if he could help us find the next Modric!

“In Spain, there’s an affinity with Swansea because of our style and, with Luka being at Madrid for so long, he’s got that.

“He lives it, feels it, breathes it and believes in the way we play.

“Even our all-white kit is the same as Real Madrid. Now he wants to help us get to the next level.”

Modric plans to drop into Swansea’s training ground to meet Sheehan’s players and will also be talking to the squad and academy youngsters using Zoom and pre-recorded video.

While the Croat’s involvement is real coup for Swans the addition of megastar Snoop Dogg takes it to another level.

The rapper’s social media following on five major platforms is 194.5MILLION alone!

And Swans insist clubs of their size need to follow the example of Wrexham with Hollywood A-listers  Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and Birmingham, who have NFL legend Tom Brady among their backers, to have any chance of competing at the top level.

Gorringe said: “Our turnover is one of the lowest in the Championship.

“We’ve got a hugely passionate local fan base with decent attendances and good support from sponsors.

“But that can only get you so far. Profit and sustainability rules now focus on generating your own income rather than be bankrolled by a wealthy benefactor.

“The reality is Wrexham’s commercial revenue when they were in League Two was £20m. Last year, ours was £2.6m.

“That shows you the gap we’ve got to try to close.”

Gorringe also believes that having a colourful character such as Snoop Dogg is exactly what the game needs.

He said: “Football is media training everyone within an inch of their lives so all you get is vanilla answers.

“Everyone of a certain age remembers characters back in the day like Paul Gascoigne, people with real personalities. We want to do things properly but also have fun along the way and be something that resonates with people across the world.”

Meanwhile, boss Sheehan says he will be using Modric and Snoop Doog to inspire him and his players.

He said: “They’re both elites in their field. It would be naive if I didn’t think I could learn from these highly successful people.

“I’ve heard about Snoop’s work-rate and the hours he does. Success isn’t an accident, it’s just right behaviours and actions over a long course of time.

“And with Luka he’s a genius of a footballer and a role model. He’s all action and little talk.

“My first question to him when he leaves Milan is, ‘Can you sign for us!’ Even at his age, he’s still incredible.”