Ibrahimovic open to Bologna move, claims Serie A side's sporting director
5 years, 1 month ago

Ibrahimovic open to Bologna move, claims Serie A side's sporting director

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has informed Bologna of his willingness to consider joining them in January, according to the Serie A side's sporting director Riccardo Bigon. The 38-year-old intends to see out his career in Italy, Galaxy head coach Guillermo Barros Schelotto claimed, and will not be short on options given his free agent status. AC Milan, Fiorentina and Napoli are among those to have been linked but Bologna could have the inside running thanks to Ibrahimovic's rapport with Rossoblu boss Sinisa Mihajlovic, who crossed paths with the Swede at Inter. READ | Conte under police protection after Inter receives bullet sent in post "As has been said, Ibrahimovic and the coach have a strong personal relationship.

Inter Bologna Ibrahimovic  director  claims  zlatan  serie  open  bologna  window  willingness  coach  sporting  week  sides  ibrahimovic  galaxy  wait  transfer

History of this topic

Ibrahimović once again helping AC Milan mount improbable Serie A title challenge
11 months ago

Ibrahimović once again helping AC Milan mount improbable Serie A title challenge

Associated Press  

MILAN — Zlatan Ibrahimović could once again be helping AC Milan mount an improbable title challenge. AC Milan hosts defending champion Napoli this weekend while eight points behind Serie A leader Inter Milan, which has a game in hand. AC Milan’s title hopes appeared to have all but disappeared after a dismal October and November when it slipped from first …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s best quotes on God, lions, and Pep Guardiola
1 year, 7 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s best quotes on God, lions, and Pep Guardiola

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. You either know me or you don’t, and if you don’t know …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic Signs One-year Contract With AC Milan
2 years, 5 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic Signs One-year Contract With AC Milan

News 18  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic will stay at AC Milan for at least one more year after the veteran striker signed a new one-year contract with the Italian champions on Monday. The former Inter Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United forward said in May he endured six months of sleepless nights due to the pain in his knee because he was determined to …

Ibrahimovic 'scared to stop' playing, wants to stay at AC Milan for life
3 years, 1 month ago

Ibrahimovic 'scared to stop' playing, wants to stay at AC Milan for life

The Hindu  

AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said he wants to stay at the Serie A club for the rest of his career, admitting he is "scared to stop" playing due to uncertainty as to what comes next after retirement. As long as I have that adrenaline, I will continue," Ibrahimovic told Italian talk show Che Tempo Che Fa on Sunday. "Let's …

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'very close' to renewing AC Milan contract, says Paolo Maldini
3 years, 9 months ago

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'very close' to renewing AC Milan contract, says Paolo Maldini

Firstpost  

Milan: Zlatan Ibrahimovic is close to renewing his contract with AC Milan, club director Paolo Maldini announced on Saturday. The Swedish international, who turns 40 in October, has been credited with turning Milan into title contenders again since his return to the Serie A club in January last year. “For Ibrahimovic there are only small details missing, we are very …

Ibrahimovic close to signing new Milan deal, says Maldini
3 years, 9 months ago

Ibrahimovic close to signing new Milan deal, says Maldini

The Hindu  

AC Milan's technical director Paolo Maldini said striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic was close to signing a new deal with the club. Italian media reports said the 39-year-old Swede, who is Milan's top goalscorer in Serie A this season, would sign a one-year extension in the coming days. Ibrahimovic is not the only high-profile Milan player out of contract in the close …

Europa League: AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic to feature against former club Manchester United, says Stefano Pioli
3 years, 9 months ago

Europa League: AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic to feature against former club Manchester United, says Stefano Pioli

Firstpost  

Pioli said that forward Ibrahimovic and midfielder Ismael Bennacer are both fit to play a role on Thursday as Milan target the quarter-finals with the tie 1-1 after the first leg in Old Trafford. Milan: Zlatan Ibrahimovic will return from injury for AC Milan’s Europa League last 16, second-leg clash against the Swede’s former club Manchester United in the San …

AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic to return to international football with Sweden, say reports
3 years, 10 months ago

AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic to return to international football with Sweden, say reports

Firstpost  

Sweden, coached by Janne Andersson, have qualified for the Euros and kick off their campaign against Spain in Bilbao on 14 June. Stockholm: Zlatan Ibrahimovic will return to international football at the age of 39, Swedish media reported on Saturday. “It is certain that the Milan star is making a comeback in Janne Andersson’s squad for the World Cup qualifiers,” …

Mario Mandzukic signs for Milan, to play alongside Ibrahimovic - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Mario Mandzukic signs for Milan, to play alongside Ibrahimovic - Sportstar

The Hindu  

AC Milan has signed veteran Croatian striker Mario Mandzukic on a free transfer until the end of the season, with an option to extend the contract for a further year, the Serie A club confirmed on Tuesday. Mandzukic has been without a club since last summer when his contract at Qatar's Al-Duhail was terminated by mutual consent. The 34-year-old had …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic flirts with international return for Sweden amid age-defying form for AC Milan
4 years, 2 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic flirts with international return for Sweden amid age-defying form for AC Milan

Firstpost  

Ibrahimovic, who retired from international football after Euro 2016, has been in superb form since the start of the new Serie A season. Stockholm: Zlatan Ibrahimovic on Monday sent a signal that he might be considering an international comeback as he continues to produce show-stopping displays for AC Milan that defy his advancing years. However when asked by Swedish sports …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'in talks' over new one-year AC Milan contract
4 years, 2 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'in talks' over new one-year AC Milan contract

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is already looking to extend his AC Milan contract for another year, which would stretch his playing career into his forties, according to reports. Zlatan Ibrahimovic is already looking to extend his AC Milan contract for another season Saturday night's win was Milan's first city derby victory in the league in over four years He initially rejoined the …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic ready to sign new contract at AC Milan
4 years, 4 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic ready to sign new contract at AC Milan

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is back in Italy and ready to sign a new contract with AC Milan. “Finally everything is in place and finally I can return to where I feel at home,” Ibrahimovic said upon his arrival at Milan’s Linate airport late Saturday. Ibrahimovic began his second stint with Milan in January on a six-month contract and helped turn the …

'I'm not a mascot': Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims he feels 'in form' after penning new AC Milan deal
4 years, 4 months ago

'I'm not a mascot': Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims he feels 'in form' after penning new AC Milan deal

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic wants to take AC Milan back to where it belongs following the iconic Swedish striker's announcement that he is signing a new deal at AC Milan. Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed he is not a mascot as he signed a new one-year deal at AC Milan The striker signed a £6million contract over the weekend that does not include any …

Ibrahimovic set to return to Milan squad
4 years, 6 months ago

Ibrahimovic set to return to Milan squad

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to return to the AC Milan squad following a calf muscle injury which has kept him out since the season resumed, coach Stefano Pioli said on Tuesday. Pioli said that Ibrahimovic, who returned for a second stint in January and injured himself in training in late May during the coronavirus stoppage, was likely to be included …

Bologna doesn't believe Zlatan Ibrahimovic deal is possible
4 years, 7 months ago

Bologna doesn't believe Zlatan Ibrahimovic deal is possible

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been linked with a move to Bologna next season but club director Walter Sabatini poured cold water on the idea. Bologna boss Sinisa Mihajlovic this weekend said Ibrahimovic, who was on the Inter playing staff when he was a coach for the Nerazzurri, had told him he would leave Milan following the 2019-20 campaign. "It's something that …

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'certainly won't remain at AC Milan'
4 years, 7 months ago

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'certainly won't remain at AC Milan'

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has confirmed he is leaving AC Milan after this season, according to Sinisa Mihajlovic. The Bologna boss, who was a coach at Inter Milan during Ibrahimovic's time there, claims he has received assurances from Ibrahimovic that he will once again be a free agent when his short-term deal at San Siro expires. Ibrahimovic has scored three times in …

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic expected to return to Italy despite teasing potential move to Sweden's Hammarby
4 years, 8 months ago

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic expected to return to Italy despite teasing potential move to Sweden's Hammarby

Firstpost  

Ibrahimovic has been keeping up his fitness by training with Hammarby. He bought a nearly 25% stake in the Stockholm-based club last year in his first move into football ownership Zlatan Ibrahimovic is expected to return to Italy to spend two weeks in quarantine ahead of the potential return of the Serie A season with AC Milan. He bought a …

Ibrahimovic's return to training with Sweden's Hammarby sparks rumours about future
4 years, 9 months ago

Ibrahimovic's return to training with Sweden's Hammarby sparks rumours about future

Deccan Chronicle  

Stockholm: AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic's return to training in Sweden with Hammarby, the club he part owns, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to lockdown Italy, has fuelled speculation regarding his future. The Swedish outfit's president Richard Von Yxkull said the decision was in the hands of the attacker who played 116 times for his country before retiring from international …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic transfer news: Milan star unsure about future
4 years, 9 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic transfer news: Milan star unsure about future

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is unsure what his future holds amid reports he will leave AC Milan at the end of the season and possibly retire. Ibrahimovic, 38, returned to Milan in December and scored four goals in 10 appearances before the campaign was stopped due to the coronavirus pandemic. The former Barcelona, Inter and Manchester United star is reportedly considering his …

Milan lacks personality without Zlatan Ibrahimovic- Capello
4 years, 11 months ago

Milan lacks personality without Zlatan Ibrahimovic- Capello

The Hindu  

Milan lacks the personality required to play for the club when Zlatan Ibrahimovic is absent, according to manager Fabio Capello. Ibrahimovic was ruled out of the Serie A meeting with Hellas Verona on Sunday due to illness and Milan was held to a 1-1 draw at San Siro. Lazio is two points behind Inter, but Capello believes it lack the …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic set to miss Milan's clash with Hellas Verona
4 years, 11 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic set to miss Milan's clash with Hellas Verona

The Hindu  

Milan is set to be without Zlatan Ibrahimovic when it faces Hellas Verona on Sunday, Stefano Pioli has confirmed. Highlights #MilanVerona 2017/18 4⃣ Gals from 4⃣ Rossoneri as we cruised to victory #SempreMilanpic.twitter.com/svjkYVah3E — AC Milan February 1, 2020 "Over the last two-three days, Ibrahimovic and Kjaer have been suffering from flu and I doubt we're going to be able …

Ibrahimovic has been a 'godsend' for Milan, says Pioli
4 years, 11 months ago

Ibrahimovic has been a 'godsend' for Milan, says Pioli

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has proven to be a "godsend" for Milan, says Stefano Pioli. Ibrahimovic signed for Milan as a free agent after leaving Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy, returning to the club where he spent two seasons between 2010 and 2012 before leaving for Paris Saint-Germain. It did not take long for the 38-year-old to make an impact, with …

Inter Milan coach Conte welcomes Ibrahimovic back to Serie A
5 years ago

Inter Milan coach Conte welcomes Ibrahimovic back to Serie A

The Hindu  

Inter Milan coach Antonio Conte has welcomed Zlatan Ibrahimovic back to Serie A following his move to rival AC Milan and recounted attempting to take him to Chelsea. Ibrahimovic, 38, became a free agent after his contract with LA Galaxy expired at the end of the 2019 MLS season and a return to Italy always looked his most likely next …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Milan is my home, says striker after arriving for medical
5 years ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Milan is my home, says striker after arriving for medical

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is delighted to be "home" after arriving to undergo a medical ahead of his return to AC Milan. Ibrahimovic represented Milan from 2010 until 2012, winning the Scudetto and Supercoppa Italiana, and expressed his pleasure at securing a second stint. What matters now is that I'm back and I'm happy," Ibrahimovic told Milan TV. Asked if he had …

Ibrahimovic set for AC Milan presentation on January 3
5 years ago

Ibrahimovic set for AC Milan presentation on January 3

The Hindu  

Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be officially presented as an AC Milan player on January 3, the Italian club confirmed. “AC Milan announces that Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s press conference is scheduled for Friday January 3rd at Casa Milan at 10 am.”,” they said in a statement on Monday. WATCH | Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to Milan One of the most successful clubs …

AC Milan Fans Banking on Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Rescue Ailing Club
5 years ago

AC Milan Fans Banking on Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Rescue Ailing Club

The Quint  

The 38-year-old Swede has agreed a deal until the end of the season with the option to extend the contract for another season, the club announced Friday. After starting out with modest Malmö, he then impressed enough with Amsterdam-based Ajax to earn a move to Italian powerhouse Juventus at the age of 23. He stayed with the Catalan club only …

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to AC Milan on six-month deal with option of extending contract post season
5 years ago

Serie A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to AC Milan on six-month deal with option of extending contract post season

Firstpost  

latan Ibrahimovic’s decision to return to AC Milan and Italy for what may prove to be the final chapter of his storied career will provide a fascinating twist in the tale of a Serie A season that has been anything but rewarding for the Rossoneri so far. Stockholm: Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s decision to return to AC Milan and Italy for what …

Ancelotti: If Ibrahimovic wants to come to Everton, he can
5 years ago

Ancelotti: If Ibrahimovic wants to come to Everton, he can

The Hindu  

Carlo Ancelotti is open to trying to bring Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Everton, although insists he has not spoken to the Swedish star about such a possibility. Ibrahimovic is a free agent after leaving MLS side LA Galaxy earlier this year and the 38-year-old has been heavily linked with a return to Serie A, with Milan and Ancelotti's former club Napoli …

Ibrahimovic would add character to struggling Milan: Pioli
5 years ago

Ibrahimovic would add character to struggling Milan: Pioli

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic would add "determination and character" to a beleaguered Milan side who suffered its worst Serie A defeat in over 21 years against Atalanta, says Stefano Pioli. Ex-Milan striker Ibrahimovic has long been linked with a return and, although Pioli insists a deal for the veteran striker remains in the hands of the club's hierarchy, the head coach acknowledged …

Napoli rules out Zlatan deal, to start afresh under Gattuso
5 years ago

Napoli rules out Zlatan deal, to start afresh under Gattuso

The Hindu  

Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis appeared to rule out the signing of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, insisting the club must "start from scratch" after Gennaro Gattuso replaced Carlo Ancelotti. Ibrahimovic is a free agent after leaving MLS side LA Galaxy and the veteran striker has been linked with a return to Serie A via Napoli, former club Milan and Serie C outfit …

Bologna rules out Ibrahimovic move, Napoli and Milan linked
5 years, 1 month ago

Bologna rules out Ibrahimovic move, Napoli and Milan linked

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic will not be joining Bologna, according to the club's director Walter Sabatini. Ibrahimovic had been linked with a return to Serie A via Bologna after leaving MLS outfit LA Galaxy at the end of his contract. But the 38-year-old striker will not be moving to Bologna amid speculation over a switch to either Napoli or former club Milan. …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic transfer: AC Milan not focusing on January
5 years, 1 month ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic transfer: AC Milan not focusing on January

The Hindu  

AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli has repeated his praise of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, but insists the Serie A club is not yet focusing on new signings. Ibrahimovic has been linked with a return to Milan, where he spent two seasons between 2010 and 2012 before moving to Paris Saint-Germain, after the 38-year-old left MLS club LA Galaxy. Milan's coach was pressed …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic offered six-month deal by AC Milan-Report
5 years, 1 month ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic offered six-month deal by AC Milan-Report

The Hindu  

Sweden star Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been offered a six-month deal to come to the aid of struggling former Italian giant AC Milan, according to reports in Italy on Thursday. The 38-year-old striker confirmed his departure from Los Angeles Galaxy last week following the club’s elimination from the Major League Soccer playoffs. Gazzetta dello Sport and Sky Sports Italia reported that …

Where is Zlatan Ibrahimovic likely to end up in January?
5 years, 1 month ago

Where is Zlatan Ibrahimovic likely to end up in January?

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic will not be short of suitors when he becomes a free agent in the new year despite one of football's biggest personalities being two years shy of 40. Ibrahimovic could even rock back up at one of his former sides with Manchester United and AC Milan among the clubs said to be interested. Ibrahimovic previously enjoyed success at …

Bologna 'lead race to sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic but star's wife would prefer Milan return'
5 years, 1 month ago

Bologna 'lead race to sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic but star's wife would prefer Milan return'

Daily Mail  

Bologna are leading the race to sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a free transfer when he leaves the MLS - despite his wife preferring a move back to Milan. Zlatan Ibrahimovic is said to favour a move to Bologna when his contract at LA Galaxy finishes However his wife prefers a move to AC Milan who Zlatan last played for back …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'demanding £860k per month' to return to Serie A with AC MIlan and Napoli linked
5 years, 1 month ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'demanding £860k per month' to return to Serie A with AC MIlan and Napoli linked

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is demanding £860,000 per month from any Serie A club that wants to sign him as AC MIlan, Roma and Napoli battle for his signature. Ibrahimovic, 38, has been linked with clubs all across Europe but a return to Italy with a Serie A club seen as the most likely destination, with former club AC Milan, Bologna, Roma, …

LA Galaxy boss says Ibrahimovic wants to finish career in Italy
5 years, 1 month ago

LA Galaxy boss says Ibrahimovic wants to finish career in Italy

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic wants to see out his career in Italy, according to LA Galaxy head coach Guillermo Barros Schelotto. The ex-Paris Saint-Germain striker has been strongly linked with a return to Europe, with MLS commissioner Don Garber last week suggesting former club AC Milan are the frontrunners to re-sign the soon-to-be free agent. Asked about Ibrahimovic's future, Galaxy boss Schelotto …

Ibrahimovic confirms LA Galaxy exit after two MLS seasons
5 years, 1 month ago

Ibrahimovic confirms LA Galaxy exit after two MLS seasons

The Hindu  

Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic confirmed his departure from the Los Angeles Galaxy, but gave no clue over his future plans or possible retirement. “We would like to thank Zlatan for his contributions to the LA Galaxy and Major League Soccer,” said LA Galaxy President Chris Klein. We thank Zlatan for his professionalism and immeasurable impact on the Los Angeles community …

De Laurentiis: Ibrahimovic to be 'a driving force' for Napoli
5 years, 2 months ago

De Laurentiis: Ibrahimovic to be 'a driving force' for Napoli

The Hindu  

Aurelio De Laurentiis is convinced Zlatan Ibrahimovic would be a "driving force" for Napoli should the striker sign for Carlo Ancelotti's side. Napoli president De Laurentiis confirmed on Wednesday he had met Ibrahimovic by chance in Los Angeles and stated the former Sweden forward - who scored 30 MLS goals in the 2019 regular season - would be welcomed with …

Transfer news: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'wanted by Bologna' once his LA Galaxy deal expires in December
5 years, 2 months ago

Transfer news: Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'wanted by Bologna' once his LA Galaxy deal expires in December

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic could make a sensational return to Serie A when his LA Galaxy contract expires in December, with Bologna believed to be interested in making a shock move for the Swede. There has been much speculation regarding what the 38-year-old's next move will be once his deal in LA expires in December, with established Serie A sides such as …

Ibrahimovic labels AC Milan a 'disaster', slams Paolo Maldini
5 years, 2 months ago

Ibrahimovic labels AC Milan a 'disaster', slams Paolo Maldini

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed he would still score 20 goals a season in Serie A as he talked up his chances of a return to Italy's top flight. But Ibrahimovic labelled former club AC Milan "a disaster" in a wide-ranging interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, while also poking fun at Inter forward Romelu Lukaku's first touch. Milan, which is 13th in …

Major League Soccer: Zlatan Ibrahimovic says his 'number one priority' was to stay at Los Angeles Galaxy this season
5 years, 11 months ago

Major League Soccer: Zlatan Ibrahimovic says his 'number one priority' was to stay at Los Angeles Galaxy this season

Firstpost  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, having played for several of Europe’s finest clubs since his top-level debut 20 years ago, says the Los Angeles Galaxy are now his top priority. Los Angeles: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, having played for several of Europe’s finest clubs since his top-level debut 20 years ago, says the Los Angeles Galaxy are now his top priority. “My number one priority …

MLS: Ibrahimovic hints at LA Galaxy stay
6 years ago

MLS: Ibrahimovic hints at LA Galaxy stay

The Hindu  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has hinted he is staying at LA Galaxy following rumours linking him with a return to AC Milan. Ibrahimovic, 37, joined Galaxy in March after departing Manchester United, and he went on to have an immense impact in his debut MLS campaign, scoring 22 goals in 27 appearances. But, after Milan sporting director Leonardo ruled out the signing …

Discover Related