Retirement? Say goodbye? 37-year-old Rakitic burst into tears after the game, and the contract expires next month

05, May 19th, after the penultimate round of Kroat this season, Hayduke, who played for Rakitic, won 2-1 in the home final game, retaining the possibility of championship contenders. After the game, Rakitic was photographed crying on the bench with excitement, and the reason was unknown.

Rakitic started in this game and gave an assist, but was replaced due to injury in the 89th minute. His tears brought attention to his win. Some Croatian media speculated that the reason for his tears might be his injury, missed opportunity, saying goodbye to the team, or other reasons.

Rakitic shared a post after the game, writing: "I won at home, thank you for your support." He did not respond to the reason why he cried.

Rakitic is 37 years old and his career is coming to an end. Last summer, he gave up his huge salary from Saudi Arabia and transferred back to Croatia to join Haiduke, contributing 2 goals and 5 assists in 38 games. His contract with the team will expire this summer.