Iconic Swedish footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be coming out of retirement, according to AC Milan's president Paolo Scaroni
Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be set for a shock return to professional football only months after saying a tearful goodbye to the game at the end of the 2022/23 season.
Ibrahimovic linked with potential return to football
Ibrahimovic, who decided to retire at the age of 41 after suffering a series of serious injuries during his second spell with AC Milan, has now been touted to make a return to the game, with one of his old clubs ready to take him back.
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The former Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Inter forward was a serial winner during his 24 year senior career, winning league titles with six of the nine clubs he played for while active.
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Ibrahimovic became a cult hero at AC Milan after two spells with the club, winning the Scudetto in 2011 and 2022, with the club failing to win the Serie A crown during his absence between both spells.
AC Milan president talks Ibrahimovic return
The former Sweden international has been offered a place in Rossoneri's current setup despite being retired at the moment, with AC Milan president Paolo Scaroni noting that Ibrahimovic’s chapter with the club might not be over.
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Scaroni was asked about a possible return for Ibrahimovic to AC Milan, and he answered, “It’s a question you should ask him. We have proved to be available.
He was quoted by Gazzetta Dello Sport, as saying, “He is a friend of ours so our door is open. Zlatan has to decide on what to do. Apparently, he is going through a moment of reflection. It’s important for him to make a thoughtful choice, both personally and professionally.”
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Ibrahimovic has not made a decision regarding his retirement from football, but judging by his international career, it is impossible to rule out a return to action for the revered goalscorer.
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